Fertility medicinePrescription only
Clomifene
Tablet
Quick Summary
Clomifene makes the brain release hormones that trigger ovulation.
Infertility
Medical Uses
Infertility: Women who don't ovulate regularly, such as with PCOS.
How it's taken
Taken for a few days early in the cycle, as directed, with monitoring.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you and how long to take it.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you. Follow their instructions and the label.
Common Side Effects
Hot flushes
Common.
Visual changes
Stop and report.
Pelvic discomfort
Sometimes.
Interactions
Few interactions
Generally.
Critical Warnings
Multiple pregnancy
Higher chance of twins.
Ovarian hyperstimulation
Report tummy swelling or pain.
Sources and further reading
Last updated 21 October 2026. For more detail, see these trusted health organisations.
- Clomiphene: drug information(opens in a new tab) · MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine