Dostinex

Dostinex generic Cabergoline may be described as an ergot (a group of fungi of the genus Claviceps family) and a potent dopamine receptor agonist on D2 receptors.

Furthermore, generic Cabergoline may be described as a white powder which dissolves easily in Ethyl, alcohol, Chloroform and n – Dimethylformamide (DMF), partially dissolves in n – Hydrochloric acid and is almost unable to dissolve in n – Hexane and water.

• Dostinex generic Cabergoline is used to effectively treat a particular hormone complication called Hyperprolactinemia which is released from the pituitary gland causing various menstrual cycle complications, preventing breast milk production (except after childbirth/postpartum), fertility complications and varied sexual complications.

• Furthermore, generic Cabergoline is also used to effectively treat certain prolactin – producing tumors such as Adenomas, Hyperprolactinemia and Microprolactinomas.

Dostinex generic Cabergoline is available in tablet form with strengths of 0.25mg, 0.5mg and 1mg. This medication must be taken twice a week by mouth, with or without food and for a period of approximately 6 months only. It will be easier for you to make notes on a calendar stating those two particular days of the week on which you need to take generic Cabergoline. Normally, your health care professional will adjust your dosage after a period of every 4 weeks, depending on your blood test results. You must make it a point to refrain from taking Dostinex generic Cabergoline everyday unless your health care professional has personally advised you to do so.

Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of Dostinex generic Cabergoline you do not understand. You must also be sure to take generic Cabergoline exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Dostinex generic Cabergoline without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when generic Cabergoline is abruptly discontinued. Keep in mind that Dostinex generic Cabergoline is not to be used in the case of children.

While on an ongoing course of Dostinex generic Cabergoline if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

• Sometimes, generic Cabergoline may cause the patient to experience constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, dizziness, abdominal or stomach pain, drowsiness, dry mouth, headaches, indigestion, low blood pressure and nervousness.

• Furthermore, Dostinex generic Cabergoline may cause the patient to experience menstrual pain, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and throat and in the ankles as well, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, a tingling sensation, numbness, breast pain, fainting spells and lack of concentration.

• Lastly, generic Cabergoline may cause the patient to experience swellings around one’s eyes, a severe itching sensation, palpitations, hot flashes, an acne breakout, flatulence, blurred vision, a stuffy nose, disorientation, a persistent cough and pericarditis.

If you are on an ongoing course of Dostinex generic Cabergoline before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Cabergoline or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements, preservatives, food dyes, iron supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

• Sometimes, Dostinex generic Cabergoline interacts with various medications, such as Diphenhydramine, Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Promethazine, Thiothixene and Chlorprothixene.

• Furthermore, generic Cabergoline interacts with various medications, such as Metoclopramide, Ergotamine, Bromocriptine, Pramipexole and Codeine.

• Lastly, Dostinex generic Cabergoline interacts with antidepressants, muscle relaxants and medications used to treat blood pressure, sleeping disorders, anxiety and seizures.

In case of an overdose of Dostinex generic Cabergoline, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Furthermore, an overdose of generic Cabergoline may cause one to experience mood swings, nasal congestion, fainting spells, palpitations or lightheadedness.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, PAP tests, breast and pelvic tests, a mammogram, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Dostinex generic Cabergoline, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of generic Cabergoline and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Dostinex generic Cabergoline, if you conceive inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Generic Cabergoline may or may not pass into breast milk.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of Dostinex generic Cabergoline. It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of generic Cabergoline, you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of generic Cabergoline to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

• Dostinex generic Cabergoline is also used to effectively treat Parkinson’s disease, decreased energy levels, restless legs syndrome (RLS) and extreme levels of fatigue. • Furthermore, generic Cabergoline is also used to effectively treat acromegaly, help adjust various hormone levels in certain ovarian complications and replenish testosterone levels thereby increasing one’s libido (sex drive). • Lastly, you must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Dostinex generic Cabergoline for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication may sometimes be prescribed for other uses.

Store Dostinex generic Cabergoline in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any generic Cabergoline medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused Dostinex generic Cabergoline medication.

• It is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Dostinex generic Cabergoline they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from breathing complications, psychiatric illnesses, pulmonary fibrosis or retroperitoneal fibrosis (in both cases an abnormal scarring or thickening of the lining in the lungs, heart or behind the abdomen), high blood pressure or liver complications.

• Furthermore, it is also very important for the patient to know that before consuming generic Cabergoline they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from pre – Eclampsia or Eclampsia (in both cases varied pregnancy complications conjoined with high blood pressure), varied types of allergic reactions (especially to other medications), heart valve complications or other varied pregnancy complications.

• Lastly, in the case of elderly patients, extra caution is advised and you must consult your health care professional while administering Dostinex generic Cabergoline as these type of patients in particular may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication, e.g., excessive drowsiness.