Caberdost: A Generic Treatment For Hyperprolactinemia

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Caberdost is actively composed of Cabergoline, which belongs to a category of medicines called dopamine agonists. Various drugs in this class show similar effects. Dopamine is a brain chemical that our body secrets. A higher level of dopamine inhibits the production of the prolactin hormone. Cabergoline is the active component that works by binding to dopamine receptors in the CNS. Therefore, this drug inhibits the further activity of prolactin and controls its levels in your body.

Dose

• Caberdost is a prescription-based drug that you must take under medical supervision. Avoid taking Caberdost pills on your own.
• Usually, doctors recommend taking this medicine twice daily with or without a meal, or you can take this drug as prescribed by your physician.
• Your doctor will recommend you Caberdost pills depending on your health condition and the prolactin levels. He may advise a lower dosage at first to minimize the chances of side effects. He will gradually increase the dose later.
• One must take Caberdost drug regularly to get the best benefits. To help you remember, mark the days when you have to take these pills.
• Inform your healthcare professional if your health does not improve.

Side Effects

These are the side effects of Caberdost 0.5 mg pill. Some individuals might experience these side effects, and not all. They do not last for a long time and heal after some time. If they do not, take emergency help immediately. These are the adverse side effects of Caberdost:

• nausea
• vomiting
• heartburn
• constipation
• tiredness
• dizziness
• breast pain
• painful menstrual periods
• burning or numbness

Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to active components present in Caberdost pills or other ergot medicines (such as ergotamine). This pill can also contain certain inactive components that can be potentially allergic. Talk to your health professional about your medical history.
• Individuals with a long-term illness, such as liver disease, high blood pressure heart valve disease, abnormal thickening of organ tissue (pulmonary/pericardial/retroperitoneal fibrosis), must inform their health professional.
• Taking Caberdost 0.5 mg pills can result in severe sleepiness. Therefore, do not consume alcohol after taking Caberdost pill. Avoid driving or other activities that need mental alertness. You can consult your health expert about moderate consumption of alcohol.

Warnings

• To reduce the chances of giddiness, get up slowly from a sitting or a lying position.
• Before undergoing any surgical procedure, inform your health professional that you use this tablet and other medicines before.
• Caberdost is not recommended during pregnancy; it should be used only when required. Consider the dangers and benefits.
• This Medication can breach into breast milk; therefore, breastfeeding women must avoid using Caberdost pills. They can consult their health professional.

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