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(also known as Bromocriptine)
Bromocriptine belongs to the group of medicines known as ergot alkaloids. Bromocriptine blocks release of a hormone called prolactin from the pituitary gland. Prolactin affects the menstrual cycle and milk production. Bromocriptine is used to treat certain menstrual problems or to stop milk production in some women ... continue
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Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Prolactinoma | 32 |
91% |
| Parkinson's Disease | 10 |
50% |
| Infertility | 4 |
75% |
| Pre-menstrual Syndrome ... | 2 |
100% |
| Acromegaly | 3 |
67% |
Overall, 82% (55
Members)
find Parlodel helpful
Parlodel Reviews
Working / Worked
Periods are regular now. Side effects-dizziness, upset stomach
Working / Worked
It worked just fine, but it made me sick; my endocrinologist switched me to Cabergoline which is only taken twice a week.
Working / Worked
the medication controls it and I just have to go get MRI every 1-2 years.
Working / Worked
Tumor is shrinking. Having side effect with medication, rage, mood swings, depression.
Working / Worked
This was the first medication my endo doctor priscribed. I felt dizzy, disorientated, thining hair, nausea, nasal stuffiness.
Somewhat Helpful
My breast stop lactating but I am still very tired.
Somewhat Helpful
Took 1/2 a pill a day. Just started a full pill a few days ago... and waiting to see.
Somewhat Helpful
Frequent nausea, fatigue, stuffy nose, dizziness.
Somewhat Helpful
Didn't like it - too disturbing of life patterns, affected sleep, general well being.
Too Soon To Tell
Slightly elevated prolactin levels inconsistent progesterone levels. Just started on prolactin hopefully it will work.
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Discussions
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Bromocriptine and side effects
I began taking Parlodel in 1978..(age 28) variation of dosages over the years .. since May, I have been on vacation from Parlodel/Bromocriptin At 62... [More] -
effects on parlodel
I know what you mean. I feel dizzy a lot. It just hits me at certain points throughout the day. It went away after about a month on the bromocripti... [More] -
Bromocriptine Side Effects
Do you ever feel weak or get an off feeling at times? I have been on parlodel almost 3 months and still feel weird at times, some days are great and s... [More] -
Bromocriptine--What do you know?
I don't know much about it, but if your researching you might also look for Parlodel which is a brand name. Good luck, I hope this is the key for you! [More] -
I had a bad reaction/Side effects to Parlodel
I was wondering if anyone has advice on the medication. I was diagnosed with a 4mm prolactinoma in December. My prolactin level was 1200. Anyway after... [More]
