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This content does not have an Arabic version. Health Topics. Health Tools. Cabergoline Dostinex. Brand Names: Dostinex. Reviewed: June 23, You should not use cabergoline if you are allergic to it, or if you have: uncontrolled high blood pressure hypertension ; a heart valve disorder; a growth of excess tissue fibrosis in your lungs or around your heart or stomach; or an allergy to any type of ergot medicine, such as dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, or methylergonovine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had: liver disease; heart problems; or hypertension caused by pregnancy, including eclampsia and preeclampsia; It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby.
You should not breast-feed while using cabergoline. Side Effects. Side Effects What are the side effects of Cabergoline Dostinex? Call your doctor at once if you have: shortness of breath even while lying down ; chest pain, dry cough or hack; a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out; pain in your side or lower back; little or no urination; or swelling in your ankles or feet.
Common side effects may include: nausea, vomiting, stomach pain; constipation; feeling weak or tired; headache; dizziness; or drowsiness. Based on FDA pregnancy categories.
Interactions What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Cabergoline Dostinex? Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. Cabergoline may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication. Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children.
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture not in the bathroom. Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children, and other people cannot consume them.
However, you should not flush this medication down the toilet. Instead, the best way to dispose of your medication is through a medicine take-back program. It is important to keep all medication out of sight and reach of children as many containers such as weekly pill minders and those for eye drops, creams, patches, and inhalers are not child-resistant and young children can open them easily. To protect young children from poisoning, always lock safety caps and immediately place the medication in a safe location — one that is up and away and out of their sight and reach.
In case of overdose, call the poison control helpline at If the victim has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be awakened, immediately call emergency services at Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor will order certain lab tests and other tests to check your body's response to cabergoline.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription. It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription over-the-counter medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements.
You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.
Generic alternatives may be available.
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