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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is used to treat hyperprolactinemia (high levels of prolactin, a natural substance that allows breast development and milk production in women). It helps stop breast milk production soon after stillbirth, abortion, miscarriage, or even after delivery if you do not want to breastfeed your baby once you have started. Besides this, it can also be used to treat other conditions caused by hormonal disruption that can lead to the production of high levels of prolactin. This includes lack of periods, infrequent and very light menstruation, periods when there is no ovulation, and the secretion of milk from your breast without breastfeeding, even in conditions where high prolactin levels are caused by unknown causes (idiopathic hyperprolactinemia) or pituitary gland tumours in both men and women. It contains cabergoline, which decreases the amount of prolactin in the body. In some cases, you may experience side effects such as blurred vision, drowsiness, constipation, vomiting, dizziness, headache, and fatigue.
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Composition :

CABERGOLINE-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is used to treat hyperprolactinemia (high levels of prolactin, a natural substance that allows breast development and milk production in women). Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet helps stop breast milk production soon after stillbirth, abortion, miscarriage, or even after delivery if you do not want to breastfeed your baby once you have started. Besides this, Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet can also be used to treat other conditions caused by hormonal disruption that can lead to the production of high levels of prolactin. This includes lack of periods, infrequent and very light menstruation, periods when there is no ovulation, and the secretion of milk from your breast without breastfeeding, even in conditions where high prolactin levels are caused by unknown causes (idiopathic hyperprolactinemia) or pituitary gland tumours in both men and women.

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet contains cabergoline, which works by mimicking the action of dopamine. Thereby decreasing the amount of prolactin in the body.

Take Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with food or after meals to avoid nausea and vomiting. Like all medicines, Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. In some cases, you may experience blurred vision, drowsiness, constipation, vomiting, dizziness, headache, and fatigue. Most of these side effects are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet if you have uncontrolled hypertension, known hypersensitivity to ergot derivatives, and heart disease. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, breastfeeding, or having kidney/liver problems. Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet should not be used in children below the age of 16 years. Also, try other forms of contraception, as hormonal conditions may not be effective. Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended while on treatment with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet.

Uses of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet

Treatment of Hyperprolactinemic disorders (a condition of elevated prolactin levels in blood).

Directions for Use

Swallow Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called dopamine agonists used to treat hyperprolactinemia (high levels of prolactin, a natural substance that allows breast development and milk production in women). Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet helps stop breast milk production soon after stillbirth, abortion, miscarriage, or even after delivery if you do not want to breastfeed your baby once you have started. Besides this, Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet can also be used to treat other conditions caused by hormonal disruption that can lead to the production of high levels of prolactin. This includes lack of periods, infrequent and very light menstruation, periods when there is no ovulation, and the secretion of milk from your breast without breastfeeding, even in conditions where high prolactin levels are caused by unknown causes (idiopathic hyperprolactinemia) or pituitary gland tumours in both men and women. Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet contains cabergoline, which works by mimicking the action of dopamine. Thereby decreasing the amount of prolactin in the body.

How Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet Works

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet contains cabergoline, which works by mimicking the action of dopamine. Thereby decreasing the amount of prolactin in the body.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Wear compression garments like stockings, sleeves, or gloves to apply pressure and help stop fluid from building up, especially after the swelling goes down.
  • Move around and do exercises to help the fluid circulate, especially in swollen limbs. Ask your doctor for specific exercises.
  • Raise the swollen area above your heart level several times a day, even while sleeping, to help reduce swelling.
  • Gently massage the swollen area with firm but not painful pressure.
  • Keep the swollen area clean and moisturized to prevent injury and infection.
  • Reduce salt intake to help prevent fluid from building up and worsening the swelling, as advised by a doctor.
  • If the swelling does not get better after a few days of home treatment or worsens, consult your doctor right away.
  • Mild physical activity can increase blood flow and lessen pain from tense or irritated muscles.
  • Pain might be reduced with a supportive, properly fitting bra, particularly when exercising.
  • Limit or stay away from items that can cause breast pain, like spicy and caffeine-containing foods.
  • vitamin E medication which could ease breast pain and encourage rest.
Here are the seven steps to manage medication-triggered Dyspnea (Difficulty Breathing or Shortness of Breath):
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience shortness of breath after taking medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust the medication regimen or dosage or give alternative medical procedures to minimize the symptoms of shortness of breath.
  • Monitor your oxygen levels and breathing rate regularly to track changes and potential side effects.
  • For controlling stress and anxiety, try relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga.
  • Make lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight.
  • Seek emergency medical attention if you experience severe shortness of breath, chest pain, or difficulty speaking.
  • Follow up regularly with your doctor to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and address any concerns or questions.
  • Do not stand up suddenly. Lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
  • Avoid alcohol and large meals.
  • Drink enough water before standing for long periods.
  • Exercise regularly; however, avoid exercising in extreme heat.
  • Eat small, low-carb meals.
  • Wear compression stockings.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include fainting, stuffy nose and hallucinations. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to dopamine agonists or any of the ingredients of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, breastfeeding, or having kidney or liver problems. Please inform your doctor about all the other medications you are taking as they might affect how Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet works. Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet should not be used in females below the age of 16 years. Also, try other forms of contraception, as hormonal conditions may not be effective. Do not take Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet if you have ever had uncontrolled hypertension, known hypersensitivity to ergot derivatives or heart disease as it is known to contra-indicate. Regular blood pressure monitoring is required while you take Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CabergolineTroleandomycin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Using Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet together with troleandomycin may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet, which in some cases can lead to excessive narrowing of blood vessels in the body. This can reduce blood flow to vital organs and increase the risk of rare but serious side effects such as high blood pressure

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with troleandomycin, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, irregular heartbeat, severe headache, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CabergolineRizatriptan
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Combining Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Rizatriptan can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rizatriptan with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately If you experience symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, irregular heartbeat, severe headache, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CabergolineAlmotriptan
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Almotriptan can make blood vessels narrower.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Almotriptan with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. They can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience any symptoms. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
CabergolineClarithromycin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
When Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is taken with Clarithromycin, the amount of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Clarithromycin is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. They can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience any symptoms. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
CabergolineLorcaserin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Lorcaserin may raise your risk of heart problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Lorcaserin together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you feel shortness of breath, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or swelling of the legs, ankles, or feet, consult your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
CabergolineSodium oxybate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Sodium oxybate can enhance the sedative effects on the central nervous system.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet and Sodium oxybate together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of these signs - feeling tired, dizzy, lightheaded, confused, or difficulty breathing - make sure to contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CabergolineEletriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Concomitant use of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Eletriptan may increase the risk of adverse effects due to additive effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet and Eletriptan together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you have any of these symptoms, severe stomach pain, numbness or tingling, muscle pain, headache, confusion, or trouble speaking, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
CabergolineFrovatriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Combining these medications may have additive effects and result in excessive narrowing of the body's blood vessels. This can reduce blood flow to vital organs and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet and Frovatriptan, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. These symptoms include severe stomach pain, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, intense headache, confusion, or trouble speaking clearly. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
CabergolineNaratriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
Concomitant use of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet with Naratriptan may increase the risk or severity of adverse effects due to additive effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet and Naratriptan together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you have any of these symptoms: severe stomach pain, muscle pain or weakness, pale or cold skin, headache, blurry vision, confusion, or trouble speaking clearly, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
CabergolineErythromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet:
The combination of erythromycin and Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet, which in some instances may result in excessive blood vessel narrowing. This can decrease the blood supply to vital organs.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking erythromycin and Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discolouration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, irregular pulse, severe headache, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet as they can make you feel dizzy and dehydrated and may affect your sleep.

  • Monitor your blood sugar level as it is known to lower blood prolactin levels.
  • Quit smoking as smoking increases the heart rate and may progress a heart ailment.
  • Including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Eat a healthy balanced diet, including plenty of fluids, vegetables, proteins, and fat-free or low-fat dairy products. It will also help reduce weight and lower the heart attack risk. 
  • Regular exercise keeps the mind thoughtful and lowers your stress level, thus reducing the prolactin level.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS

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Alcohol

Caution

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is known to cause dizziness. So, intake of alcohol along with Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet should not be done.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant or intend to have a kid, ask your doctor for advice before taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet. You should also be careful not to get pregnant for at least one month after you avoid taking this drug. If you become pregnant while taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet, stop taking Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet and inform your doctor, who will monitor your pregnancy, as Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet can result in congenital abnormalities if you use it during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet will stop you from producing milk for your baby, and you should not take this medicine if you plan to breastfeed.

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Driving

Caution

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is known to cause dizziness. So, driving or any machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet should not be used in females below the age of 16 years. It can be fatal.

FAQs

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet used to treat hyperprolactinemia (high levels of prolactin, a natural substance that allows breast development and milk production in women).

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet works by mimicking the action of dopamine. Thereby decreasing the amount of prolactin in the body.

If you miss a dose of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

No, Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet should not be taken empty stomach as it may cause nausea and vomiting. So, to avoid these side effects, take it with food or just after a meal.

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet contains cabergoline, a medication that treats high levels of prolactin in your blood.

Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet is an oral medication taken by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to the treatment.

Common side effects of Cabgolin 0.5 Tablet may include blurred vision, drowsiness, constipation, vomiting, dizziness, headache, and fatigue. Most of these side effects are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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