Question 1

what is your opinion on using bromocriptine/parlodel to stop lactation in a new mom?

Accepted Answer

Reasonable Choice: The use of the above drugs are appropriate of lactation

Question 2

is there a natural way to lower prolactin levels due to risperdal? because bromocriptine interacts with risperdal

Accepted Answer

Prolactin: I do not know of a natural way.  However, if the prolactin is mildly elevated (less than 100), and it is clear that it is from the risperdal, then it may not need to be treated.  Talk to your endocrinologist.

Question 3

i have a 7mm pituitary gland tumour i am now taking 2.5mg bromocriptine tablets will i have to take these tablets forever or will the tumour go?

Accepted Answer

Dose will go down: After your condition stabilizes your Doc may consider weaning the dosage down.

Question 4

does bromocriptine actually work?

Accepted Answer

Yes?: It works for what's it's approved for.  It is usually most effective for high prolactin level in the blood (or a tumor producing the hormone prolactin).  Other uses are to treat acromegaly (excess growth hormone), parkinson disease, or neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

Question 5

how can i stop taking bromocriptine?

Accepted Answer

Stop bromocriptine: You can stop taking this medication "cold turkey".  But if your taking it for abnormal lactation be prepared that this condition will restart.

Question 6

what kinds of problems is parlodel (bromocriptine) used for nowadays?

Accepted Answer

Few: It's a medication used to treat high prolactin level, Parkinson's disease, acromegaly.  There is a form of Parlodel (bromocriptine) called Cycloset that is also used to treat type 2 diabetes.

Question 7

how can bromocriptine help me concieve?

Accepted Answer

Suppresses prolactin: Bromocriptine is used in women with high prolactin levels to restore normal menstrual cycles.  It improves pituitary production of FSH and allows normal ovulation.

Question 8

how does bromocriptine affect insulin resistance?

Accepted Answer

Helps: Bromocriptine is usually used to reduce elevated prolactin levels made by the brain, but recent studies have indicated that it may also improve glucose tolerance, hence decrease Insulin resistance.

Question 9

is dryness of the eyes can be caused by bromocriptine?

Accepted Answer

No: I would look for another reason for your dry eyes.

Question 10

my doctor gave me parlodel (bromocriptine) -- what is it?

Accepted Answer

Many uses...: (parlodel) is used to treat symptoms of hyperprolactinemia (high levels of a natural substance called prolactin in the body) including lack of menstrual periods, discharge from the nipples, infertility (difficulty becoming pregnant) and hypogonadism (low levels of certain natural substances needed for normal development and sexual function).  Also used to stop lactation after pregnancy.

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I have a 7mm pituitary gland tumour i am now taking 2.5mg bromocriptine tablets will i have to take these tablets forever or will the tumour go?

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