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Comparing Cabergoline

Cabergoline

Prescribed for Hyperprolactinemia. cabergoline may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

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8.0
51 Reviews

For Hyperprolactinemia My Prolactin level was 75 and after less than 5 weeks, my Prolactin went down to normal. The side-effects were extreme the first 2-3 weeks (burning headaches, nausea, depression). At this point (6 weeks in), I mostly suffer the side-effects when I haven't slept enough. I hadn't had my period since December 2015 and got my first real period a week ago. I'm not sure if my 4mm benign tumor has shrunk yet, but at least I know that the medicine is working. When taking this drug I've found that that it is really important to sleep well, eat healthy and exercise frequently, to eliminate side-effects. I'd absolutely recommend it!

8
Sois

For Hyperprolactinemia I have a pituitary adenoma that causes high prolactin levels. The cabergoline gave me bad side effects first 2 weeks. Gradually got less severe. Prolactin levels became normal. Not sure if tumor is shrinking. But last MRI showed no growth.

8
Bonnie W

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Side Effects

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Pricing and Coupons

* Prices are without insurance
Quantity 8 tablet
Dosage 0.5 mg
Per Unit* $21.91 - $21.98
Cost* $175.30 - $175.80
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Generic Availability

Yes (this medicine)

Dosage Form(s) Available
  • Oral tablet

Brand Names
Dostinex

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

100 hours

CSA Schedule**

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N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category
B
Category B No proven risk in humans

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FDA Alerts

N/A

Drug Interactions

A total of 202 drugs are known to interact with cabergoline:

  • 11 major drug interactions (54 brand and generic names)
  • 189 moderate drug interactions (607 brand and generic names)
  • 2 minor drug interactions (5 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions
  • Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of cabergoline such as dizziness, drowsiness,... more

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

December 23, 1996

WADA Class

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N/A

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