Cabgolin 0.25 mg

Cabgolin 0.25 mg

Cabgolin 0.25 mg is a medication used to treat hyperprolactinemia, a condition characterized by abnormally high levels of the hormone prolactin in the body. It works by blocking or reducing the release of prolactin from the pituitary gland.

Uses

• Treatment of hyperprolactinemia
• Treatment of menstrual problems and fertility issues in women
• Treatment of pituitary prolactinomas (tumors of the pituitary gland)
• Immediately after abortion, stillbirth, childbirth, or miscarriage, breastfeeding should be stopped

Dosage

• The dose of Cabgolin 0.25 mg will depend on the individual’s condition and response to treatment.
• The usual dose is 0.25 mg twice a week, which may be increased every 4 weeks as needed, up to 1 mg twice a week.

Other Dosage

• Cabgolin 0.5 Mg
• Caberlin 0.5 mg
• Cabanex 1mg (Cabergoline)

Benefits

• Reduces prolactin levels in the body
• Relieves symptoms of hyperprolactinemia, such as menstrual problems and fertility issues
• Stops breast milk production

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain

Rare side effects:

• Bloody nose
• Difficulty in concentrating
• An increase in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
• Increased interest in sexual intercourse

Incidence not known:

• Attack, assault, or force
• Having the feeling that others are watching you or controlling your behavior
• Feeling that others can hear your thoughts
• Hair loss or thinning of the hair
• Pathological gambling
• Severe mood or mental changes
• Unusual behavior

Precautions and Warnings

• Cabgolin 0.25 mg should not be used by breastfeeding women as it stops or suppresses breast milk production.
• It should be used with caution in patients with liver or heart problems, high blood pressure, or a history of psychosis.
• It is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age.
• It should be used with caution in patients with a history of Raynaud’s syndrome, stomach ulcers, or bleeding in the stomach or intestines.

Interactions with Other Medicines

• Cabgolin 0.25 mg may interact with other medicines, such as sulpiride, pergolide, bromocriptine, lisuride, ergotamine, levodopa, and antibiotics.
• It is recommended to inform the doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal products being taken before starting Cabgolin 0.25 mg.