Bromocriptine: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bromocriptine Benefits & Uses

Bromocriptine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Female Infertility
Diabetes Type 2
Prolactinoma

Other Benefits

Bromocriptine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Parkinson's Disease Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1.25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Parkinson's Disease Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1.25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Female Infertility Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Male Hypogonadism Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bromocriptine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bromocriptine is used -

Moderate

Confusion
Hallucinations
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Tachycardia

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Fatigue
Diarrhoea

Bromocriptine Related Warnings

Is the use of Bromocriptine safe for pregnant women?

Bromocriptine has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Bromocriptine safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Bromocriptine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Bromocriptine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Bromocriptine on the Kidneys?

Bromocriptine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Bromocriptine on the Liver?

Side effects of Bromocriptine rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Bromocriptine on the Heart?

Bromocriptine may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Bromocriptine with Other Drugs

Bromocriptine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Chloramphenicol

Almotriptan

Ergotamine

Chlorpheniramine

Moderate

Codeine

Mild

Aspirin

Paracetamol

Bromocriptine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bromocriptine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angina
Arrhythmia
High Blood Pressure
Heart Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Bromocriptine

Is this Bromocriptine habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bromocriptine is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Bromocriptine as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Bromocriptine should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Bromocriptine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Bromocriptine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bromocriptine

There is no information on the effects of taking Bromocriptine with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Bromocriptine

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Bromocriptine.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bromocriptine

Question about 5 years ago

Is Bromocriptine an antibiotic?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Bromocriptine is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drug known as dopamine agonist which is used in the treatment of acromegaly and hyperprolactinemia-associated dysfunction.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Bromocriptine delay period?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Bromocriptine does not delay period. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If your periods are delayed then there is a possibility that you might be pregnant. Hence, you are advised to take a pregnancy test.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bromocriptine cause depression?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Bromocriptine causes depression. However, the exact cause of depression is not known. If you are experiencing insomnia, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bromocriptine cause weight gain?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Bromocriptine does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Bromocriptine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Take Bromocriptine once daily in the morning or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney or liver function. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart disease, and improper liver or kidney function.