Dostinex 0.5Mg 8 Tab is a medication used to stop breast milk production in certain medical cases where breastfeeding is not allowed after childbirth. It also treats menstrual problems caused by elevated prolactin levels in the blood.

Dostinex 0.5 mg Ingredients

Each Dostinex tablet contains 0.5 mg of the active ingredient cabergoline, which stimulates dopamine receptors to inhibit the secretion of prolactin, the hormone responsible for milk production in the breast.

Dostinex 0.5mg Uses

Dostinex is used to prevent the onset of lactation after childbirth for a clear medical reason, such as:

• Situations where breastfeeding is contraindicated due to maternal or infant-related reasons

• After miscarriage or stillbirth

The medication is also used to treat:

• Disorders related to hyperprolactinemia, such as amenorrhea, anovulation, or excessive milk production

• Prolactin-secreting tumors, such as certain pituitary tumors

• Idiopathic hyperprolactinemia

Dostinex 0.5mg How to Take?

• To prevent lactation after childbirth: Take the medication on the first day after delivery at a dose of 1 mg (2 tablets of 0.5 mg) as a single dose.

• For disorders caused by hyperprolactinemia: Start with a dose of 0.5 mg per week, then gradually increase the dose as directed by the doctor.

Dostinex Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Nausea

• Abdominal pain

Contraindications

Dostinex should not be used in cases of:

• Hypersensitivity to its ingredients

• History of fibrotic disorders in the lungs, pleura, or retroperitoneum

• Heart valve disorders

Warnings and Precautions

Use Dostinex with caution, especially in cases of:

• Kidney disease

• Liver disease

• Low blood pressure

Drug Interactions

Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking Dostinex with any other medication, especially:

• Macrolide antibiotics, such as erythromycin

• Certain sedatives

• Metoclopramide

Storage

• Keep out of the reach of children

• Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C

• Do not use after the expiration date