Quinagolide
Written By Dr. Anuj Saini
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 13 Jun 2023 | 11:29 AM (UTC)
Quinagolide Uses
Quinagolide is used in the treatment of high levels of prolactin. It stops breast milk production (lactation) soon after childbirth, abortion or miscarriage.
How Quinagolide works
Quinagolide treats increased prolactin level by decreasing the amount of prolactin in the body which helps in fertility and period problems. It treats acromegaly by decreasing the amount of growth hormone in the body.
Common side effects of Quinagolide
Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Dizziness
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Expert advice for Quinagolide
- Quinagolide is used to treat conditions caused by excess production of a natural hormone called prolactin such as infertility, or abnormal production of breast milk (galactorrhoea).
- It should be taken with or after food to avoid side effects such as nausea or indigestion.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Quinagolide can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not take Quinagolide if you are breastfeeding.
- Monitoring of blood pressure may be advised regularly during treatment with Quinagolide.
Frequently asked questions for Quinagolide
Quinagolide belongs to a group of medicines that reduces the level of prolactin. It is used to treat female infertility caused due to abnormally high level of prolactin. It is also used to stop breast milk production (lactation) in case of stillbirth, abortion or miscarriage.
Take this medicine, as per the advice of your doctor. The dose and duration depend on your exact medical condition.
If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the usual dosing schedule. Do not take the double dose, to make up for a forgotten one.
The common side effects are nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness and tiredness. If any of these side effects bother you, consult with your doctor.