Medications · FAQ
What side effects and warning signs should I watch for with enclomiphene?
Short answer
Reported side effects of enclomiphene include headache, hot flashes, and nausea. Its long-term safety is not fully established. New vision changes need prompt medical advice before another dose. Seek emergency care for chest pain, sudden shortness of breath, stroke symptoms, or swelling of the face or throat.
Reported side effects with enclomiphene include headache, hot flashes, and nausea. Tell your physician about any new or worsening symptoms, even if you are unsure whether the medication caused them. Long-term safety information is limited, and the full range and frequency of risks are not well established.
Vision symptoms deserve special attention with medications in this class. If you develop blurred vision, flashes, spots, or another new vision change, do not take another dose until you have received medical advice. Avoid driving if your vision is affected. Sudden loss of vision needs emergency care.
Seek emergency care for chest pain, sudden trouble breathing, one-sided weakness, trouble speaking, or swelling of your face or throat. Painful swelling in one leg also needs urgent evaluation. These signs can point to a clot or another serious problem, whether or not medication is the cause.
Enclomiphene is not FDA-approved. Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy for one patient and are not FDA-approved. Ask your prescriber and pharmacist to review safety warnings for your specific prescription.
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Written by the Verra clinical team · Medical review pending
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