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Dostinex

Dostinex

Cabergoline

Cabergoline tablets for high prolactin levels. It lowers prolactin by mimicking a natural brain chemical.

Active ingredient
Cabergoline
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
0.25mg · 0.5mg

Dostinex is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

Supply requirements for Dostinex depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.

Dostinex details

Alternative names
cabergoline
Therapeutic class
Dopamine Agonist
Pharmacological class
Ergot Derivative
Known off-label uses
parkinson's disease
Minor side effects
nausea; headache; dizziness
Moderate side effects
fatigue; constipation; postural hypotension
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Pfizer
Onset Time
2–4 weeks
Duration
7–14 days
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Metoclopramide; Phenothiazines; Antihypertensives
Age restrictions
Approved for adults.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with caution. Breastfeeding: Suppresses lactation.
Contraindications

uncontrolled hypertension; history of cardiac valvular disorders; hepatic impairment

Serious side effects

cardiac valvulopathy, requires immediate medical attention; psychotic episodes, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Cabergoline tablets for high prolactin levels. It lowers prolactin by mimicking a natural brain chemical.

Mechanism of action

Acts as a selective agonist at dopamine D2 receptors on pituitary lactotroph cells, suppressing hormone release pathways.

What you will receive

Dostinex names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

  • A generic containing Cabergoline at the strength you pick.
  • Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
  • Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.

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