Bromocriptine and Headaches: What Users Say

• Zeb...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 16, 2022

"My period stopped suddenly. After a year of tests, doctors found a micro prolactinoma on the pituitary gland. I started bromocriptine, half a tablet after evening meal for 2 days, then 1 tablet for 2 days and worked up to 2.5 mg. Yes, the headaches were bad, stuffy nose, and nausea, however, within 2 weeks, I got pregnant. Stopped bromocriptine and had a natural, healthy birth. After breastfeeding for 6 months, and my daughter was taking formula, I resumed the bromocriptine. Had a second natural and healthy birth and did the same again. I have since been taking bromocriptine, 1 tablet with evening meal for the past 2 years. No headaches, occasional nausea, but tolerable. I would suggest to anyone who needs this type of medication to try bromocriptine, or cabergoline if you cannot tolerate the bromocriptine. It has been a life changer for me - without it, I would not have two amazing children!"

• Dee...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 26, 2020

Bromocriptine for Hyperprolactinemia "I have been on this medication for 30 years to control a prolactin-secreting pituitary macroadenoma. I chose medication over surgery, and today I take a maintenance dose of 2.5 mg twice a day. In the beginning, I had severe headaches and nausea, but the side effects stopped after a couple of months. After two months of treatment, my tumor had shrunk from 13 mm to undetectable on a CT scan. Parlodel can be a game changer for those that can tolerate it."

• Zou...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 21, 2018

For Hyperprolactinemia "I have been taking bromocriptine for the past 3 months for hyperprolactinemia. I would recommend it to any person suffering from a pituitary adenoma because I have had good results in the first month. Prolactin level went down, breast milk stopped discharging, and I am feeling much better at night without headaches anymore. Better to take before 6:30 pm."

• nar...
• February 10, 2012

Bromocriptine for Hyperprolactinemia "I have been taking Parlodel now for 2 months. At first, dizziness and headaches, then they passed. I have also noticed changes in my cycle, it has become more normal-28 days from 35/40 days. I now notice my ankles and feet swelling now after 2 months on Parlodel, but what is funny about it occurs during my cycle."

• Rac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2017

For Hyperprolactinemia "Just started bromocriptine 2.5 mg. Took the pill around 9:30 p.m. and was OK for an hour or so (mild cramping), went to sleep and woke up around 4 a.m. I could not see, my vision was completely distorted, the room was spinning, my legs and my arms felt like jello, and I swore I could smell and taste the pill. Scariest experience ever. Next day still have pounding headache and dizziness. Do not recommend this medication. Had better luck with the cabergoline (although health coverage doesn't cover it - you bet I'll be paying the monthly fee for no side effects)."

• Ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 17, 2023

For Parkinson's Disease "It caused horrendous headaches and an inability to carry out daily tasks. The pains were sharp, sudden, and continuous through day and night. I needed to work with a neurologist for many months. I would NEVER take this med, certainly not after giving birth. It has caused many significant health challenges. Please heed warnings."

• Hus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 25, 2022

For Hyperprolactinemia "Started bromocriptine 3 weeks ago, with 1 tablet at bedtime to treat high prolactin. The first 3 days were mad, because I had side effects of headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and insomnia, afterwards, nothing out of the ordinary. I will be on it for 3 months, hoping to go for testing after 8 weeks on the drug."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 23, 2022

Bromocriptine for Hyperprolactinemia "My prolactin level went very high after my ovarian cyst surgery. I was prescribed bromocriptine. For the very first time in years, I experienced the ovulation discharge. But the side effects were awful: confusion, anxiety, shakiness, headache, weight loss, nausea/vomiting. Could barely eat anything. Gave me high blood pressure and panic attacks. It's very effective, but they could work on the side effects."