How does Caberlin (Cabergoline) work:

Caberlin (Cabergoline) lowers high levels of the hormone prolactin by stimulating the release of dopamine. Prolactin can affect the menstrual cycle, breast milk production, sexual function, fertility, and more. A high prolactin level is associated with several conditions. Over-production of this hormone can cause abnormal production of breast milk in both men and women (galactorrhoea). It can also cause womens' menstrual periods to become irregular or stop altogether. Further it can stop ovulation, resulting in infertility. Reducing prolactin levels with cabergoline can therefore treat these conditions - stopping breast milk production and restoring fertility.

Caberlin (Cabergoline) is also sometimes used to prevent or stop milk production for medical reasons following childbirth, stillbirth or abortion. A further use of cabergoline is to reduce prolactin production from a type of tumour of the pituitary gland, called a prolactinoma. Cabergoline can cause a drop in blood pressure when you first start treatment and this may cause dizziness or fainting.

Dosage & Administration:

Caberlin (Cabergoline) is taken by mouth twice weekly. Dosage is adjusted generally at 4 week periods based on blood tests (prolactin).

Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Sleepiness
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fainting
• Breast pain
• Indigestion
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Inflammation of the stomach
• Depression
• Low blood pressure
• Suddenly falling asleep
• Skin reactions such as rash or itching
• Fatigue
• Muscle weakness
• Hot flushes
• Pins and needles sensations
• Leg cramps
• Palpitations
• Nosebleeds
• Temporary partial loss of vision

Precaution:

Before using Caberlin, tell your physician your medical history, including any allergies, liver disease, psychiatric illness, uncontrolled high blood pressure or high blood pressure during pregnancy. Limit alcohol as it may aggravate side effects of Caberlin. Caution performing tasks requiring alertness, such as driving. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Tell your physician if you are pregnant before using this medication. Consult your physician before breast-feeding.

Further Information:

Please note: For more information about any other possible risks, please consult your physician or pharmacist and read the information provided with Cabergoline.