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BROMOCRIPTINE-2.5MG
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

102-103, Park Plaza, Opp. Kamla Nehru Park, Off. Bhandarkar Road, Deccan Gymkhana, Pune, Maharashtra 411004
Other Info - DBR0003

FAQs

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's contains Bromocriptine is a dopamine receptor agonist which works by increasing the brain chemical called dopamine, which decreases the amount of prolactin released and also decreases the growth hormone. It also improves insulin resistance and treats type 2 diabetes.
It is recommended not to take D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's if you are sugar intolerant as it contains sugar and may lead to unpleasant side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's and for best results, do as prescribed.
No, D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below the age of 16 years. Its safety and efficacy are not known in children.
No, D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's should not be taken empty stomach as it may cause nausea and vomiting. So, to avoid these side-effects take it with food or just after a meal.
D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's is only prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes, also called non-insulin-dependent diabetes.
Your doctor may advise D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's with or without other medications to control your blood sugar levels. However, it is recommended to maintain a proper diet and exercise to achieve controlled blood sugar levels while using D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's with or without other antidiabetic drugs.
No, D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's does not cure Parkinson’s disease. D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's is only used to reduce the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
In elderly patients, the risk of side effects is more if you are taking D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's. For the patients who are elderly, dose adjustment might be required, or your doctor might prescribe any other medication safe for the elderly.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's is known to cause dizziness. So, intake of alcohol along with D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's should not be done.

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Pregnancy

Caution

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's is a Category B pregnancy drug and is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. However, it is not recommended in a pregnant women with high blood pressure as it could be dangerous.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's will stop you from producing milk for your baby, you should not take this medicine if you plan to breast-feed.

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Driving

Caution

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's is known to cause dizziness. So, driving or any machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's should not be used in females below the age of 16 years. It can be fatal.

About D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called ergot derivatives used to treat a brain-related problem, i.e., Parkinson's disease. D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's helps stop breast milk production soon after stillbirth, abortion, miscarriage, or even after delivery if you do not want to breastfeed your baby once you have started. D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's can also be used in monotherapy and other medication to treat acromegaly, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and Parkinson's disease.

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's contains Bromocriptine, which increases the brain chemical called dopamine, decreasing the amount of prolactin released. It also decreases the release of growth hormone in the body, which treats diseases acromegaly (increased growth hormone levels). Additionally, it reduces insulin resistance, improves blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes mellitus, and increases dopamine level, thereby preventing Parkinson's disease.

Like all medicines, D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You may experience headache, dizziness, drowsiness feeling and being sick constipation blocked nose in some cases. Most of these side effects of D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's if you have uncontrolled hypertension, known hypersensitivity to dopamine derivatives, and heart disease as it is known to contraindicate. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, breastfeeding, or having kidney or liver problems. D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's should not be used in children below the age of 16 years. Also, try other forms of contraception as the hormonal conditions may not be adequate. Regular blood pressure monitoring is required while you take D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's.

Uses of D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's

Parkinsons disease, High prolactin disorder, Acromegaly, Type 2 diabetes

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's contains Bromocriptine, which reduces the prolactin level in your blood and reduces the effects you have encountered. It works by increasing the brain chemical called dopamine, which decreases the amount of prolactin released. It also decreases the release of growth hormone in the body, which treats diseases acromegaly (increased growth hormone levels).  Besides this, D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's can also be used to treat other conditions caused by hormonal disruption, leading to high prolactin production levels. This includes lack of periods, infrequent and very light menstruation, periods when there is no ovulation, and without breastfeeding, the secretion of milk from your breast, even in conditions where high prolactin levels are caused by unknown causes (idiopathic hyperprolactinemia) or pituitary gland tumors in both men and women. It is also used to treat Parkinson's disease by increasing dopamine levels and using a diet and exercise and sometimes with other medications to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. 

Directions for Use

Take D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's with food or after meals to avoid nausea and vomiting. Swallow D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea (feeling sick)
  • Vomiting (being sick)
  • Constipation
  • Stomach upset
  • Blocked nose

Drug Warnings

D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's should not be taken if you are allergic to dopamine agonist or any of the ingredients of D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor. D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended in children below 16 years of age. Do not take D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's if you have or ever had uncontrolled hypertension, heart disease (like congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction) as it is known to contra-indicate. Inform your doctor if you have sugar (glucose) and ketones (a type of chemical) in your pee, severe kidney or liver disease, often get urinary tract infection, mental illness, low blood pressure, ulcers or bleeding in the stomach or intestines, Raynaud's syndrome (a condition in which the hands and feet become numb and cool when exposed to cold temperatures). Regular blood pressure monitoring is required during treatment with D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's. If you have galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption, tell your doctor before taking D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's. It may cause symptomatic hypotension (dizziness, nausea, sweating, and fainting) when you get up too quickly from a lying position. This is more common when you first start taking D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's or when your dose is increased. To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BromocriptineRizatriptan
Critical
BromocriptineAlmotriptan
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CABERGOLINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • Pergolide
  • ROPINIROLE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • ERGONOVINE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • METHYLERGONOVINE
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • GLIPIZIDE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • HALOPERIDOL
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • CLOZAPINE
  • OLANZAPINE
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • EFAVIRENZ
  • RITONAVIR
  • INDINAVIR
  • NELFINAVIR
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • DABIGATRAN
  • DIGOXIN
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure, kidney, and liver function test regularly.
  • You should have a test of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1C) every 3 months to check your blood glucose level control.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with D Bro 2.5 mg Tablet 10's as it can make you feel dizzy and dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level as it is known to lower blood prolactin levels.
  • Quit smoking as smoking increases the heart rate and may progress a heart ailment.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Eat a healthy balanced diet, include plenty of fluids, vegetables, proteins, fat-free or low-fat dairy products. It will also help to reduce weight and lowers the risk of a heart attack. 
  • Regular exercise keeps the mind thoughtful and lowers your stress level, thus lowering the prolactin level.