Siphene 100mg Strip Of 5 Tablets

Siphene tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of a certain type of infertility in women who are unable to produce eggs but wish to become pregnant. It contains Clomifene as its active ingredient that belongs to the class of medicines called ovulatory stimulants. It works by stimulating the release of certain hormones from the pituitary glands that are essential for ovulation.

Dosage

Overdose

If you happen to take too many tablets of Siphene or more than advised, inform your doctor immediately or reach out to the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you forget a dose, talk to your doctor as you may need to change your treatment cycle. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

It acts on the pituitary glands (a small pea-sized gland that controls the activity of many hormone-secreting glands. It stimulates the release of two hormones namely follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which are crucial for the development and maturation of the ovarian follicle, ovulation and resulting in pregnancy).

Directions for Use

• Take the Siphene tablet as advised by your doctor with water.
• The dose and duration of this tablet will be decided by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Siphene tablet during pregnancy?

Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. A pregnancy test should be performed before initiating the treatment with this tablet.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Siphene tablet while breastfeeding?

Clomifene may reduce the amount of milk produced in lactating women. Hence, should not be used while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Siphene tablet?

You may notice problems with your eyesight such as blurred vision while taking this medicine especially when there is variable lighting. If affected, do not drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Siphene tablet?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it is known to affect women's fertility.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have cysts or fibroids in your ovaries.
• You do not get your periods and it's too early for you to reach menopause.
• There is a risk of multiple pregnancies or ectopic pregnancy( pregnancy at a different site than womb) with this medicine.
• You experience visual disturbances after taking this medicine.
• This medicine can sometimes lead to over-stimulation of ovaries.
• You should be in constant touch with your doctors while taking this medicine.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to the active ingredient or any other components of this medicine.
• If you have unusual menstrual bleeding where the cause is not known or it's a hormone-dependent tumour.
• If you have a cyst in your ovaries, liver disease, etc.
• A pregnancy test should be performed before initiating the treatment with this medicine and to make sure you are not pregnant.

Side effects

• Flushing
• Bloating
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Breast enlargement
• Visual disturbance
• Headache
• Spotting

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Siphene tablets work or this tablet itself can affect the way other medicines work if taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines you have recently taken, currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions. You should also tell them about any supplements or herbals you are taking.

Storage and disposal

• Keep it out of sight and reach of children and pets.
• Store in the original container below 25ºC.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Siphene tablets delay periods?

No, this medicine is used for the treatment of infertility by inducing ovulation in certain women who fail to produce eggs and wish to become pregnant. It should not be used for delaying periods.

When to take the Siphene tablets?

The dose and duration of this medicine are decided by your doctor by analysing your menstrual cycle. This medicine can be taken at any time with or without water with a sufficient amount of water.