Bromocriptine

Uses	Adjuvant Therapy for Improvement in Glycemic Control
Therapy	Drugs For Hyperprolactinemia, Drugs For Menstrual And Gynaecological Disorders
Side Effects	Dizziness Confusion Hallucinationshypotension Loss of Appetite Nausea

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Molecule Description

Bromocriptine is an Ergoline derivative. It activates a chemical called Dopamine that is used in the treatment of pituitary tumors, Parkinson’s disease and several other conditions.

Uses

Parkinson’s disease
High levels of certain hormones made by the body (such as prolactin and growth hormone)
Infertility treatment
Non-cancerous brain tumours

Contraindications

When should one not use Bromocriptine

High blood pressure
Abnormally low blood pressure
Disease of the arteries of the heart
Stroke
Liver problems
Mental disturbance
Known hypersensitivity to Bromocriptine or any of its components
Breast cancer

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Dizziness
Hypotension
Nausea
Confusion
Hallucinations
Uncontrolled movement of the body
Stomach pain
Increased frequency of urination
Loss of appetite
Low back pain
Weakness

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

It is probably not safe during pregnancy. Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

You must not breast-feed. This medicine stops or slows down the process of producing milk in your breasts.

Driving

You should avoid driving because this medicine may cause dizziness and drowsiness.

Alcohol

Avoid the intake of alcohol as it may worsen the side effects of this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine because it contains lactose which is a type of sugar.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

It works by decreasing the release of prolactin hormone and growth hormone in the body, which treats diseases where you need less of these substances.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Drugs for treating blood pressure such as diuretics (water tablets), beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers or ACE inhibitors
Ergot alkaloids like Ergometrine (used to prevent blood loss after giving birth) and Ergotamine Tartrate (used to treat migraines)
Erythromycin or any other macrolide antibiotics (used to treat infections)
This medicine has interactions with alcohol and Nicotine. Do not smoke or consume alcohol while on treatment with Bromocriptinergometrine (used to stop blood loss after giving birth)

Interactions with food items

This medicine should be taken with a meal.

Dosage

Overdose

The symptoms include nausea, vomiting, constipation, sweating, pale skin, dizziness, drowsiness, yawning, hallucinations and fainting. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose with food as early as you remember. If the time for next dose is close, skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

To make sure you can safely take this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any medicine allergies. Give a detailed account of your medical and surgical history. Also, mention to your doctor all the prescription and non-prescription medicines, herbal preparations and nutritional supplements that you may be taking before starting this medication.

Take this medicine specifically as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on the prescription label. It is ordinarily taken twice a day with meals. While using this medicine, you may need blood tests and have to visit the doctor regularly.

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