Caberlin 0.25mg Strip Of 4 Tablets

Caberlin Tablet contains cabergoline as its active ingredient. It is used to treat high levels of prolactin in your body. Caberlin can also be used in stopping breast milk after childbirth, stillbirth, abortion, or missed pregnancy.

This medicine should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It should be taken with or after having your meals. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of Caberlin Tablet may lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, and indigestion. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

In case you've missed any dose of Caberlin Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Caberlin Tablet works by blocking or reducing the release of a hormone in the brain called prolactin that stimulates breast milk production.

Directions for Use

• Caberlin Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
• It should preferably be taken with or after food.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Caberlin Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effect of Caberlin Tablet during human pregnancy. Your doctor will give you this medicine only after assessing the benefits and risks. If you get pregnant while on treatment, this medicine should be discontinued immediately.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Caberlin Tablet while breastfeeding?

Caberlin Tablet should not be used by breastfeeding women as it stops or suppresses breast milk production. Consult the doctor before using this medication while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Caberlin Tablet?

Caberlin Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, and may also blur your vision. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is suggested to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Caberlin Tablet?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Caberlin Tablet, as it may worsen the side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidney.
• You had or have Raynaud’s syndrome (a condition causing cold hands and feet).
• You have a low blood pressure problem and are on medications for the same.
• You have a stomach ulcer or any bleeding in your stomach or intestines.
• You are suffering from any psychiatric illness (problems with your mental health).
• You have high blood pressure after giving birth to a baby.
• Your tissues in the stomach, heart, or lungs have become damaged and scarred.
• You or your family members notice any behavioural changes in you that are either unusual or may be harmful to you and others.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to cabergoline or any other ingredients of Caberlin Tablet.
• If you are allergic to other medicines known as ergot alkaloids (ergotamine, lisuride, pergolide, ergometrine, bromocriptine).
• If you are taking medicines to treat your mental health (risperidone, quetiapine, olanzapine, etc). If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.
• If you have problems with your liver.
• If you are pregnant and have uncontrolled high blood pressure, combined with swelling and protein in the urine.
• If your doctor has told you that the tissues in your stomach, heart, or lungs have become damaged and scarred.
• If you have a history of psychosis after childbirth.
• If you are taking this medicine for a prolonged duration and experience any problems related to your heart valves.
• If you are a pregnant woman or breastfeeding mother.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Caberlin Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Concomitant use of Caberlin Tablet along with medicines like chlorpromazine, haloperidol (used to treat mental health), domperidone, metoclopramide (used to treat nausea and vomiting) may reduce its effectiveness. Thus, they should not be used simultaneously.
• Concomitant use along with medicines like pergolide, bromocriptine, lisuride, ergotamine (used to treat severe migraine headaches), medicines like levodopa (used to treat Parkinson’s disease), antibiotics like erythromycin may increase the amount of this medicine in your blood and this could also increase the side effects.

Storage and disposal

• Store Caberlin Tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can children use Caberlin Tablet?

No, Caberlin Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 16 years as there is limited information about its effect in children.

Should I take Caberlin Tablet with or without food?

Your doctor may recommend that you take these Tablets with or after having your food to avoid any stomach discomfort, nausea or vomiting.

What is the use of Caberlin Tablet?

• Caberlin Tablet is used for the treatment of high levels of prolactin hormone in your body.
• It can also be used in stopping breast milk production immediately after abortion, stillbirth, childbirth or missed pregnancy.