Androxal

Common use

Androxal is used to manage secondary hypogonadism in men, a condition where the body does not produce enough testosterone. It belongs to the group of non-steroidal selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs).

Dosage and direction

Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and duration of Androxal. Take it all in at once. It should not be chewed, crushed, or broken. Androxal can be taken with or without food, however It is best if you take it at the same time every day.

Precautions

Androxal can cause visual disturbances like blurred vision or spots. This may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. It is advisable to avoid these activities if you experience any such side effects.
Caution is advised when using Androxal in patients with liver disease, abnormal uterine bleeding, or ovarian cysts. It's important that these patients are closely monitored for any complications during treatment.

Contraindications

Androxal is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Enclomiphene or any of its components. It is also contraindicated in patients with undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding, ovarian cysts or enlargement not due to PCOS, liver dysfunction or disease, and hormone-dependent tumors like breast, uterine, or ovarian cancer.

Possible side effect

Side effects of Androxal: Hot flashes; Headache; Nausea and vomiting; Breast tenderness; Visual disturbances.

Drug interaction

Androxal may interact with estrogens, oral contraceptives (such as ethinyl estradiol), lipid-lowering medicines (like statins), thyroid hormone replacement medication (such as levothyroxine), and immunosuppressants (such as cyclosporine).

Missed dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Androxal may cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, hot flashes, visual disturbances or ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. If you observe these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.

Storage

Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep out of the reach of children.