About bromocrip tine
Dopamine agonist; ergot derivative
Used for
- Parkinson’s disease
- Acromegaly
- Prolactin-related disorders, including some pituitary tumours
- Stopping breast-milk production when medically necessary
Usual adult dose
Varies by condition; commonly starts at 1.25 mg once or twice daily with food, then increases gradually. Maintenance doses vary.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-prescribed for selected conditions, such as pituitary tumours; dose depends on age and condition.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, or constipation
- Headache or dizziness
- Low blood pressure, especially when standing
- Sleepiness or hallucinations
Important warnings
- Can cause sudden sleepiness, fainting, or confusion.
- Rarely causes serious heart, lung, or abdominal scarring with prolonged use.
- May trigger impulse-control problems, such as gambling or compulsive spending.
- Use for suppressing lactation has been linked to rare serious cardiovascular and neurological events.
Pregnancy
May be used for selected prolactin-related conditions under specialist supervision; treatment decisions depend on the condition and pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Can reduce or stop milk production; use to suppress lactation requires careful medical assessment.
Interactions
- Other medicines that lower blood pressure may increase fainting risk.
- Dopamine-blocking medicines, including some antipsychotics, may reduce its effect.
- Macrolide antibiotics, such as erythromycin, can increase bromocriptine levels.
- Alcohol may worsen dizziness or low blood pressure.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.