Uses of Cabergol

High levels of prolactin

Side effects of Cabergol

Blurred vision
Drowsiness
Hot flashes
Indigestion
Nausea
Constipation
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Vertigo
Vomiting

How to use Cabergol

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cabergol is to be taken with food.

How Cabergol works

Cabergol works by decreasing the release of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates breast milk production. This stops the production of breast milk in case of stillbirth, abortion or miscarriage.

What if you forget to take Cabergol?

If you miss a dose of Cabergol, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Cabergol is used to treat conditions such as infertility or abnormal production of breast milk (galactorrhoea) caused due to excess production of a natural hormone called prolactin.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not take Cabergol if you are breastfeeding.
Take it with or after food to avoid side effects such as nausea or indigestion.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Cabergol can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure may be advised during treatment with Cabergol.

Safety Advice

CAUTION – Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cabergol. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Cabergol is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Cabergol is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.\nCabergol is usually not used during breastfeeding because it suppresses lactation.
UNSAFE – Driving: Cabergol may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Cabergol is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cabergol may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Cabergol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cabergol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.