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 rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Bromocriptine on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Bromocriptine on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Bromocriptine on the Heart?

Effects of Bromocriptine on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.

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?

Bromocriptine is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Bromocriptine since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Bromocriptine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Bromocriptine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Bromocriptine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bromocriptine

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Bromocriptine, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Bromocriptine

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Bromocriptine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bromocriptine

Question over 4 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 almost 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 4 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 almost 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 about 5 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.