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Cabergoline
Latest prescription information about Cabergoline. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Cabergoline
Therapeutic Classification : miscellaneous endocrine agents
Trade Name(s):
India- Caberlin Tab, Cabgolin Tab, Camforte Tab, Cb-Lin Tab, Parcar Tab. International- Dostinex . This medication is a potent dopamine receptor agonist, prescribed for hyperprolactinemic disorders (high level of prolactin hormone), Parkinson’s disease either alone or with other medications. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- The recommended initial dose is 0.25 mg twice a week. Dosage may be increased by 0.25 mg twice weekly up to a dosage of 1 mg twice a week according to the patient's serum prolactin level. How it should be taken : Should be taken with food. Special Instruction : *Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, Raynaud's syndrome, liver or kidney impairment, peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal bleeding, history of psychosis, high blood pressure, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. *It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. *Avoid prolonged use and/or usage of high doses otherwise it may lead to psychiatric disorders, heart or lung disorder. *Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. *Monitor serum prolactin level monthly until normalization. Side Effects : Gastrointestinal- Nausea, constipation, abdominal pain, indigestion, vomiting, dry mouth, diarrhea, flatulence, throat irritation, toothache. Central Nervous System- Headache, dizziness, fainting, tingling. Body As a Whole - Weakness, fatigue, fainting, influenza-like symptoms, uneasiness, swelling of eye/extremities. Psychiatric- Depression, drowsiness, loss of appetite, anxiety, sleeplessness, impaired concentration, nervousness. Heart- Hot flashes, low blood pressure, palpitation. Genitourinary- Breast pain, absence of menstrual cycle. Skin- Pimple, itching. Musculoskeletal - Joint pain Respiratory - Nose inflammation Eye- Abnormal vision *Monitor liver function regularly in patients with liver impairment. Storage Conditions : Oral: Store at 20-25°C. |
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