Cabgolin 0.25mg Tablet 4'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Cabergoline 0.25 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
4 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET contains cabergoline, which belongs to the group of medicines called dopamine agonists. Dopamine is a chemical produced naturally in the body that helps transmit messages to the brain. Cabergoline works by blocking the release of prolactin hormone in the brain and controlling symptoms associated with hormonal disturbances. CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease, stiff and inflamed heart valves (cardiac valvulopathy) and uncontrolled high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking it. CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with pain in the chest while breathing, fluid in the lungs, inflammation or infection of the lungs, reduced liver function, kidney problems, cardiovascular diseases, low blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking it. CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women and breast-feeding women. It is also not recommended for use in children under 16 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking it. The most common
Uses
OF CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET Blocks the release of prolactin hormone in the brain
How It Works
CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET works by decreasing the amount of a hormone called prolactin (a hormone that is responsible for milk production and breast tissue development).
Directions for Use
Take CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or after food to help reduce feelings of nausea or vomiting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. You should not stop taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET until your doctor tells you.
Side Effects
bodily strength, weakness. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET Blocks the release of prolactin hormone in the brain HOW CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET WORKSCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET works by decreasing the amount of a hormone called prolactin (a hormone that is responsible for milk production and breast tissue development). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or after food to help reduce feelings of nausea or vomiting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. You should not stop taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET until your doctor tells you. SIDE EFFECTS OF CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLETCOMMON drowsiness, headache nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, indigestion, inflamed stomach lining, constipation dizziness, vertigo fatigue, lack of bodily strength, weakness blurred vision low blood pressure after childbirth breast pain depression sleep disturbances, excessive daytime drowsiness/sleepiness low blood pressure (which can result in dizziness upon standing) hot flushes UNCOMMON loss of hair severe itching, rash, hypersensitivity reaction fainting, shortness of breath nosebleed leg cramps, muscle spasm oedema irregular or strong heartbeat (palpitations) crawling, pins and needles sensation temporary partial vision loss cold hands and feet fibrotic reactions (including fibrosis affecting the lungs), fluid in the layers of the membrane lining the lungs and chest cavity (pleural effusion) RARE cramp in fingers Stop taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: abnormal or unusual thoughts heart valve and related disorders Ex. inflammation of heart (pericarditis) or leakage of fluid in the pericardium (pericardial effusion). Symptoms include difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, pounding heart, feeling faint, chest pain, back pain, pelvic pain or swollen legs. These may be the first signs of a condition called pulmonary fibrosis, which can affect the lungs, heart or heart valves or lower back allergic reactions such as widespread itchy rash, difficulty breathing with or without wheezing, feeling faint, unexplained swelling of the body or tongue
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women and you should also take care not to become pregnant for at least one month once you have stopped taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET. If you become pregnant during management with CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET, stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor who will then monitor your pregnancy as CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET can result in congenital abnormalities if you use it during pregnancy. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breast feeding as this medicine will stop you producing milk for your baby. If you need to take CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET you should use another method of feeding your baby. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel drowsy, and sudden sleepy after taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid alcohol consumption while taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET as it increases the risk of dizziness. KIDNEYUse with CautionCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET. LIVERConsult your doctorCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease. It should be used with caution in patients with reduced liver function. Contact your doctor before taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET. ALLERGYUse with CautionDo not take CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET if you are allergic to Cabergoline or to other medicines called ergot alkaloids (Ex. pergolide, bromocriptine, lisuride, ergotamine or ergometrine) or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (lactose). LUNGSUse with CautionCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with pain in the chest while breathing, fluid in the lungs, inflammation or infection of the lungs. Consult your doctor before taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET. HEART DISEASEConsult your doctorCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with stiff and inflamed heart valves (cardiac valvulopathy) and uncontrolled high blood pressure. It should be used with caution in patients with cardiovascular diseases (disease that affects the heart and blood vessels), low blood pressure (postural hypotension). Consult your doctor before taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in children under 16 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSCABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: history of mental illness associated with childbirth (puerperal psychosis) fibrotic reactions (scar tissue) affecting the abdomen, heart or lungs swelling of hands and feet and a high blood pressure during pregnancy (preeclampsia, eclampsia) Before taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have: cold hands and feet (Raynaud’s syndrome) peptic ulcer or GI haemorrhage (bleeding from the stomach and intestines) history of serious mental disease (psychotic disorders) just given birth you may be more at risk of certain conditions like high blood pressure, convulsion, stroke or mental health problems increased blood pressure after giving birth
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used to manage mental illness (Ex. chlorpromazine, haloperidol) medicines for nausea and vomiting (Ex. domperidone, metoclopramide) medicines for Parkinson’s disease (Ex. Levodopa, bromocriptine) medicines for severe migraine headaches (Ex. pergolide, bromocriptine, lisuride, methysergide, ergotamine, dihydroergotamine, ergometrine) medicines used to manage infections (Ex. erythromycin) medicines to lower your blood pressure (Ex. amlodipine, lisinopril, metoprolol) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting, gastric complaints, low blood pressure when standing, confusion/psychosis or hallucinations. SYNOPSIS Drug : Cabergoline Pharmacological Category : Dopamine agonists Therapeutic Indication : To stop breast milk production and manages hormonal disturbances Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET out of the sight and reach of children Store CABGOLIN 0.25MG TABLET below 30°C
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Last Updated
12 Dec 2023