Dostinex
Indicated for neurological hormonal balance, this product is designed to target prolactin levels and utilized to support endocrine function.
Strengths: 0.25 · 0.5mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Therapeutic class
Dopamine Agonist
- Pharmacological class
Ergot Derivative
- Known off-label uses
parkinson's disease
- Contraindications
uncontrolled hypertension; history of valvular heart disease
- Precautions and warnings
regular cardiovascular monitoring required; avoid alcohol
- Minor side effects
nausea; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
headache; constipation; somnolence
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Pfizer
- Onset Time
3 hours
- Duration
7–14 days
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
antipsychotics; metoclopramide
- Age restrictions
Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Discuss with doctor; generally discontinued upon suspected pregnancy.
Serious side effects
valvular heart disease — requires immediate medical attention; fibrotic disorders — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated for neurological hormonal balance, this product is designed to target prolactin levels and utilized to support endocrine function.
Mechanism of action
This medicine is a dopamine agonist derived from ergot. It acts on dopamine receptors in the pituitary gland to inhibit the secretion of prolactin, effectively reducing high blood levels of this hormone.
Dostinex
Indicated for neurological hormonal balance, this product is designed to target prolactin levels and utilized to support endocrine function.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Cabergoline
- Listed indication(s): Hyperprolactinaemia, Prolactinoma
Usually available as
- 16 tablets - 0.25 mg189-0-25-mg-2772
- 8 tablets - 0.5 mg189-0-5-mg-1043