Question 1

What is Bromocriptine used for?

Accepted Answer

High prolactin levels (which can cause breast milk production when not pregnant, irregular periods, or difficulty getting pregnant), stopping breast milk production after delivery or miscarriage, Parkinson's disease (shaking palsy), certain types of pituitary gland tumours, type 2 diabetes (sugar disease)

Question 2

How do you take Bromocriptine?

Accepted Answer

Always take with food to reduce stomach upset. For high prolactin problems, start with half a tablet (1.25 mg) at bedtime, then gradually increase to 1 tablet (2.5 mg) two or three times daily as your doctor directs. To stop breast milk, the usual dose is 1 tablet (2.5 mg) twice daily for 14 days. Your doctor will adjust your dose slowly — do not rush to increase it yourself.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Bromocriptine?

Accepted Answer

Nausea or feeling like vomiting (especially when you first start), dizziness or feeling lightheaded when you stand up, headache, feeling tired or weak, stuffy nose

Question 4

Who should not take Bromocriptine?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to bromocriptine or ergot-type medicines, anyone with uncontrolled high blood pressure, people with serious heart or blood vessel disease, women with pregnancy-related high blood pressure (pre-eclampsia or eclampsia), and people with severe liver problems.

Question 5

Is Bromocriptine safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Bromocriptine is not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless your doctor specifically prescribes it — stop taking it and inform your doctor immediately if you suspect you are pregnant.

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