Golin 0.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Salud Care India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Cabergoline (0.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Golin 0.5mg Tablet is a dopamine agonist used to treat conditions such as infertility or abnormal production of breast milk (galactorrhoea) caused due to excess production of a natural hormone called prolactin.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Golin 0.5mg Tablet should be taken with food but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, dizziness, and low blood pressure. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. To overcome dizziness, you must avoid driving or rise slowly from sitting or lying position. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had high blood pressure after birth or had heart disease. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Your doctor may check blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Golin 0.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Nausea Headache Dizziness Low blood pressure
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Golin 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Golin 0.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Golin 0.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Golin 0.5mg Tablet works by decreasing the release of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates breast milk production. This stops the production of breast milk in case of stillbirth, abortion or miscarriage.
Quick Tips
Take it with or after food to avoid side effects such as nausea or indigestion. Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Golin 0.5mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Regular monitoring of blood pressure may be advised during treatment with Golin 0.5mg Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Golin 0.5mg Tablet used for?
Golin 0.5mg Tablet contains Cabergoline, which reduces the level of prolactin in the body. It treats conditions such as galactorrhoea caused by high levels of prolactin and helps stop breast milk production (lactation) after stillbirth, abortion, or miscarriage.
How should I take Golin 0.5mg Tablet?
Take this medicine as directed by your doctor. The recommended dose and duration will depend on your specific medical condition. It is best to take the tablet with food or after eating to minimize nausea or vomiting.
What are the potential side effects of Golin 0.5mg Tablet?
When starting treatment, you may experience a decrease in blood pressure leading to dizziness. To manage this, change your position slowly when sitting, standing, or lying down during the initial days. Your doctor might recommend monitoring your blood pressure regularly. Common side effects include drowsiness, nausea, headache, dizziness, vertigo, stomach pain, indigestion, fatigue, and weakness. If any of these bother you, consult with your doctor.
