Doxurra 0,5 mg Tablets
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Inhibition of lactation and treatment of hyperprolactinemic disorders.
Dosage (summary)
1 mg as a single dose for lactation inhibition; 0.5 mg weekly for hyperprolactinemia, adjusted as needed.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 3 hours, Duration: up to 28 days
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
- Paediatric population
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Dopamine antagonists
- Macrolide antibiotics
- Other medicines lowering blood pressure
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cabergoline
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Hepatic insufficiency
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Hypotension
- Somnolence
Counselling Points
- Monitor for hypotension
- Avoid driving if affected
- Use contraception during treatment
Serious warnings
- Risk of fibrotic disorders
- Impulse control disorders
- Somnolence
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