Serophene

Serophene is a prescription medication used to induce ovulation in women who do not produce eggs but wish to become pregnant.  Serophene belongs to a group of drugs called ovulatory stimulants. These work similarly to estrogen, a female hormone that causes eggs to develop in the ovaries and be released.

This medication comes in tablet form and is usually taken once a day by mouth, with or without food, for 5 days.

Common side effects of Serophene include upset stomach, flushing, nausea and vomiting, and breast discomfort.

Serophene can also cause blurred vision or dizziness.  Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Serophene affects you.

Serophene is a prescription medication used to induce ovulation in women who do not produce eggs but wish to become pregnant.

This medication may be prescribed for other uses.  Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Serious side effects have been reported with Serophene. See the "Drug Precautions" section.

The most common side effects of Serophene include the following:

• upset stomach
• nausea
• vomiting
• flushing (feeling of warmth)
• headache
• breast discomfort

This is not a complete list of Serophene side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.