Clomiphene Citrate

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Apr 17, 2023

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Clomiphene citrate

Common Brands:

Clomid, Serophene

Availability:

By prescription

Therapeutic Class:

Selective estrogen receptor modulator (ovulatory stimulant)

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

To treat ovulatory dysfunction or ovulatory failure (infertility) in women desiring a pregnancy

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid) Drug Class

Clomiphene citrate (klo-mi-feen sih-trate) belongs to a group of medications called selective estrogen receptor modulators or ovulatory stimulants.

Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid) Age Range

Clomiphene is FDA approved for use in adults.