Bromocriptine and Nausea: 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!"

• 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!"

• COV...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 27, 2019

For Hyperprolactinemia "I know how difficult it is to pass the first 2-3 days of taking bromocriptine. I felt unbalanced as I couldn't stand properly because I was literally swinging. I felt nausea and constipation, difficulty in breathing, and a clogged nose at night (I woke up a couple of nights because I couldn't breathe). But it was totally worth it. My results are fantastic. This medication treated my high prolactin level and greenish discharge from breasts. Even my period became shorter and much easier to pass. What I would like to recommend is that make sure you're not taking a high dose from the beginning, take 1/4 for like 2-4 days and increase by 1/2 after and take a full pill if prescribed. I know it's not easy to pass the time while you're on it, but it's totally worth it. After a week, I forgot about the side effects and was living a normal life. Right now, it's my second month of bromocriptine and I expect to be totally cured. Good luck!"

• 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."

• mat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2019

For Hyperprolactinemia "I just started taking bromocriptine August 19, 2019, in the night, and on the 3rd day, August 21, 2019, I started feeling an awful nausea around 4 a.m. I couldn't sleep. When I woke up in the morning, I had no energy to walk or talk, I felt like I was dying. I also experienced dizziness, and I kept blocking out. My eyes were blurry, I had diarrhea, and my belly was bloated as well as belly pain. I had no appetite for food, and that was just in one day. I didn't want to work that day because of side effects. I skipped the pill for two days, and I am still experiencing loss of appetite and nausea. Last night I vomited twice, I couldn't consume any food whatsoever, and whatever I eat felt disgusting. I am wondering if I should discontinue use or contact my gynecologist."

• T17...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 12, 2013

For Hyperprolactinemia "I've been taking bromocriptine since I was 18. I'm now 38. It has successfully reduced the size of my tumor and lowered my prolactin levels to a normal range. Any attempt to reduce or stop taking it causes the tumor to increase in size, and as a result, my prolactin rises. I have Raynaud's, and yes, I would agree bromocriptine does make it slightly worse, but it's manageable. I've had nausea, but only if I've taken my dose on an empty stomach, which I've learned to avoid. Overall, I'm happy with this medication and have no issues taking it daily and experience only a few of the side effects, none of which would make me stop taking it."

• Ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 8, 2015

Bromocriptine for Hyperprolactinemia "I've been taking this medication for two weeks now. At first, a half dose of the lowest dose of 2.5 mg. I've experienced side effects immediately. The most troublesome is the overall fatigue and extreme nausea. I just moved to a full dose of 2.5 mg last night. Today my nausea has increased horribly. Last night, extreme and violent vomiting. I'm sick to my stomach, weak, and some shortness of breath occurred last night and still remains. I noticed improvement in my symptoms in a few days, and now they seem a bit escalated for my breast milk reduced and now seem I'm producing more than ever. I also experienced blurred vision this morning in my peripheral vision. Not a fan of this medication. #feeling horrible"

• Nad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 16, 2020

For Hyperprolactinemia "I started bromocriptine this Saturday after 7 years of taking cabergoline and CyberKnife one year ago. My prolactin level increased after stopping cabergoline for 6 months due to the panic attacks I would get. I decided to start bromocriptine to see if it would be better. I went to church today, and I had to sit down as I felt that I was going to pass out. The words on the teleprompter got blurry. I had to leave church early, and I did not make it to the bathroom before I started to vomit. I am going to change it to bedtime to see how it works and take 1/2 of the 2.5 mg. Cabergoline gave me nausea until I found out that I have to take it in the am when I am feeling good and active. Thanks to all your feedback."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 5, 2025

For Hyperprolactinemia "I took bromocriptine to reduce prolactin levels in 2020. I struggled with nausea and excessive fatigue, however, the results were worth it. My prolactin dropped from over 2000, and I conceived. I recently resumed as I wanted a second baby and was successful after 2 months on bromocriptine. It is really worth trying if you have a pituitary adenoma causing high prolactin."