Caberlin: A Common Treatment for Hyperprolactinemia

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Caberlin contains an active drug called Cabergoline. It belongs to a category of medicines called dopamine inhibitors. All the drugs belonging to this class show similar results. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that helps to control prolactin production. High levels of dopamine help to control prolactin levels. Cabergoline is the active component that works by binding dopamine receptors in the CNS and helps inhibit excess prolactin secretion.

Dose

• Caberlin should be used under medical supervision. Avoid taking this pills on your own.
• Usually, your doctor will advise you to take this drug twice daily, or you can take this drug as prescribed by your physician.
• Your doctor will advise you a dosage depending on your prolactin levels and overall health. He may recommend a low dosage at first to reduce the chances of side effects. He will gradually increase the dose during the treatment.
• You must take Caberlin regularly to get the best benefits from this drug. 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 Caberlin 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 Caberlin:

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

Precautions

• Those who are allergic to components in Caberlin 0.5 mg or other ergot medicines (such as ergotamine); must inform their doctor. This pill can also contain some inactive ingredients that can cause an allergic reaction. Talk to your health professional about your medical history.
• People 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 experts.
• Taking Caberlin pill can cause severe sleepiness. Therefore, do not consume alcohol after taking Caberlin tablet. Avoid driving or other activities that need mental alertness. You can ask your health professional regarding safe alcohol consumption.

Warnings

• To reduce the chances of giddiness, get up gently from a sitting or a lying position.
• If you want to undergo surgery, inform your health expert that you use this medicine.
• Caberlin 0.5 mg is not suitable during pregnancy. It should be used only when required. Consider the dangers and benefits of taking this pills.
• Caberlin can breach into breast milk; therefore, breastfeeding women must avoid using this pills. They can consult their health professional first.

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