Cabergoline
INFORMATION ABOUT CABERGOLINE
Cabergoline Uses
How Cabergoline works
Common side effects of Cabergoline
INTRODUCTION
Cabergoline 0.5 Tablet is a dopamine agonist. It is used for the treatment of a high level of prolactin. It is also helpful in stopping breast milk production in cases of stillbirth, abortion, or miscarriage.
Cabergoline 0.5 Tablet should be taken with food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor’s advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, dizziness, and low blood pressure. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. To overcome dizziness, you must avoid driving or rise slowly from sitting or lying position.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had high blood pressure after birth, or had heart disease. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Your doctor may check blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
USES OF CABERGOLINE TABLET
- Treatment of High levels of prolactin
SIDE EFFECTS OF CABERGOLINE TABLET
Common side effects of Cabergoline
- Blurred vision
- Drowsiness
- Hot flashes
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Vertigo
- Vomiting
HOW TO USE CABERGOLINE TABLET
HOW CABERGOLINE TABLET WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Cabergoline 0.5 Tablet is usually not used during breastfeeding because it suppresses lactation.
Driving
Kidney
Liver
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CABERGOLINE TABLET?
EXPERT ADVICE FOR CABERGOLINE
- Cabergoline is used to treat conditions such as infertility or abnormal production of breast milk (galactorrhoea) caused due to excess production of a natural hormone called prolactin.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not take Cabergoline if you are breastfeeding.
- Take it with or after food to avoid side effects such as nausea or indigestion.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Cabergoline can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Regular monitoring of blood pressure may be advised during treatment with Cabergoline.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR CABERGOLINE
Cabergoline
Q. What is Cabergoline and what is it used for?
Cabergoline contains Cabergoline, which belongs to a group of medicines that reduces the level of prolactin. It is used to treat medical problems such as galactorrhoea due to abnormally high level of prolactin. It is also used to stops breast milk production (lactation) in case of stillbirth, abortion or miscarriage.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Cabergoline?
Take this medicine, as per the advice of your doctor. The advised dose and duration depend on your medical condition. It is recommended to take this medicine with food or after food, to reduce the chances of nausea or vomiting.
Q. What are the possible side effects of using Cabergoline?
During the first few days of treatment, this medicine may decrease your blood pressure which could make you feel dizzy. So, it is recommended that you change your position slowly when trying to sit, stand or lie down during the initial days of the treatment. Your doctor may suggest you to monitor your blood pressure regularly during these days. The other common side effects are drowsiness, nausea, headache, dizziness, vertigo, stomach pain, indigestion, fatigue, and weakness. If any of these side effects bother you, consult your doctor.
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