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Bromocriptine Mesylate, Bromocriptine-Oral
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Bromocriptine Mesylate Aliases :
Parlodel
Bromocriptine Mesylate Uses :
Bromocriptine Mesylate is used to treat Parkinson s Disease, menstrual irregularities, and to reduce or prevent breast milk production, except after childbirth (postpartum).
How to Use Bromocriptine Mesylate :
Take with food or meals to prevent stomach upset. The first dose should be taken lying down as dizziness may occur especially with the first dose.
Bromocriptine Mesylate Side Effects :
May cause drowsiness. Avoid tasks requiring alertness. Other side effects may include stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, headache, fatigue, lightheadedness, insomnia, nasal congestion. These should subside as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor if you develop: bloody vomit, confusion, fainting, depression, irregular pulse, shortness of breath, rash, tingling of hands or feet, involuntary movements, nightmares, vision changes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Bromocriptine Mesylate Precautions :
Tell your doctor if you have a history of: heart attack, angina (chest pain), liver disease, kidney disease, psychiatric illness, circulation problems in the fingers during cold weather. Limit your consumption of alcoholic beverages. Bromocriptine Mesylate should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. As Bromocriptine Mesylate can be used to stop lactation, breast-feeding while using Bromocriptine Mesylate is not recommended.
Bromocriptine Mesylate Interactions :
Before you take Bromocriptine Mesylate, tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you are taking, especially of: oral contraceptives, levodopa, medication for high blood pressure, migraine headache drugs, drugs used for depression. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose of Bromocriptine Mesylate :
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe weakness or dizziness, increased sweating, pale-looking skin, mental or mood changes.
Bromocriptine Mesylate :
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered within 4 hours, otherwise skip that dose and resume usual dosing schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Storing Bromocriptine Mesylate :
Store below 77 degrees F (below 25 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
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