Cabgolin 0.25 Tablet

Cabgolin 0.25 tablet contains cabergoline as its active ingredient. It is used to treat high levels of prolactin in your body.

It can also be used in stopping breast milk after childbirth, stillbirth, abortion, or miscarriage. 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.

Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before using Cabgolin 0.25 tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 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?

Cabgolin 0.25 tablet works by blocking or reducing the release of a hormone in the brain called prolactin that stimulates breast milk production.

Directions for Use

• Cabgolin 0.25 tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
• Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• 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 Cabgolin 0.25 tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effect of Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 tablet while breastfeeding?

Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 tablet?

Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 tablet?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 tablet?

No, Cabgolin 0.25 tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 16 years as there is limited information about its effect in children.

What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before taking Cabgolin 0.25 tablet?

• Inform the doctor about your detailed medical & surgical history.
• Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney disease.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby.
• Cabgolin 0.25 tablet may interact with other medicines. Hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including supplements or herbal products. Also, inform your doctor if you are stopping any medicine.

How long to take Cabgolin 0.25 tablet?

The dose and duration of this medicine will depend on the cause of illness and response to treatment. Follow your doctor's instructions and do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Should I take Cabgolin 0.25 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 Cabgolin 0.25 tablet?

• Cabgolin 0.25 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 miscarriage.

How to take Cabgolin 0.25 tablet?

• Cabgolin 0.25 tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
• Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• 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.