CABERGOLINE 0.25mg

Product Description

Cabergoline 0.25mg is a potent medication primarily used to manage conditions related to elevated levels of the hormone prolactin. High levels of prolactin in women can cause symptoms such as unwanted breast milk and missed periods and can cause difficulty becoming pregnant. High levels of prolactin in men can cause symptoms such as enlarged breasts and decreased sexual ability/desire. Cabergoline 0.25 is an ergot medication and works by blocking the release of prolactin from the pituitary gland.

What is Cabergoline 0.25 mg

Cabergoline 0.25mg (pronounced as ca-BER-goe-leen) is an oral medication prescribed to treat high levels of prolactin in the blood. Elevated prolactin levels can lead to various health issues, including bone loss, irregular menstrual cycles, infertility in men and women, unwanted breast milk production, sexual problems, and pituitary prolactinomas (tumors of the pituitary gland).

Galactorrhea is a condition treated with the medication Cabergoline 0.25 mg characterized by the inappropriate or excessive production of breast milk in women who are not breastfeeding. This can be often associated with elevated levels of the hormone prolactin, which stimulates milk production. Elevated prolactin levels can be due to various causes, including prolactin-secreting pituitary tumors (prolactinomas), and other underlying health conditions.

Mechanism of Action of Cabergoline 0.25mg

Cabergoline belongs to a class of drugs known as dopamine agonists. It works by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain, specifically the D2 receptors. Dopamine, a neurotransmitter, naturally inhibits the secretion of prolactin from the pituitary gland. By mimicking dopamine’s action, cabergoline effectively reduces prolactin levels in the blood. This mechanism is particularly beneficial for individuals with prolactin-secreting tumors (prolactinomas) or conditions like hyperprolactinemia, where there is an abnormal elevation of prolactin.

Cabergoline 0.25 mg Tablet Dosage

Cabergoline 0.25 mg tablet dosage can vary depending on the individual’s condition and medical history, so it’s crucial to follow the prescription provided by a healthcare professional.

• This medication is suitable for adults between the ages of 18 and 64 years.
• The typical starting dosage for adults is 0.25 mg taken twice a week.
• Medication increases are generally made every 4 weeks to allow the body to adjust and monitor for adverse effects.
• This medicine may be taken with or without food.
• Do not take double or extra doses if you miss a dose.
• Usually stopped when prolactin levels are normal for 6 months.

Patients must follow their healthcare provider’s instructions carefully regarding dosage and frequency of cabergoline intake.

Available Medicine For Cabergoline

Calyn 0.50mg

CB-Lin 0.5 mg

Caberlin 0.5mg

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Before Taking Cabergoline 0.25mg

Before taking cabergoline, it’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional. They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• liver disease
• low blood pressure
• lung or breathing disease
• an unusual or allergic reaction to cabergoline, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

What to Avoid When Taking Cabergoline 0.25mg

• Alcohol
• Grapefruit Juice
• Driving and Operating Machinery

This can increase the nervous system side effects of cabergoline such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment.

Cabergoline 0.25 Side Effects

Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away.

• nausea
• vomiting
• heartburn
• constipation
• tiredness
• dizziness
• breast pain
• painful menstrual periods
• burning, numbness, or tingling in the arms, hands, legs, or feet

Serious Side Effects of Cabergoline 0.25

• shortness of breath
• difficulty breathing when lying down
• cough
• chest pain
• swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
• decrease in urination
• pain in the back, side, or groin
• lumps or pain in the stomach area
• abnormal vision

What Other Drugs Will Affect Cabergoline 0.25

Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially

• chlorpromazine (Thorazine)
• clarithromycin (Biaxin)
• droperidol (Inapsine)
• erythromycin (E.E.S., EryPed, Ery-Tab, Erythrocin, and others)
• fluphenazine (Permitil, Prolixin)
• haloperidol (Haldol)
• metoclopramide (Reglan)
• perphenazine (Trilafon)

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with cabergoline. Tell your doctor about all medications that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by cabergoline.

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