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Re: has any of you tried dostinex??
Originally posted by hongkongguy
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Dostinex (Cabergoline) - An Overview
1 Oct 1999
by Troya Renee Yoder, used with permission
as originally posted on Suite 101.com, Pituitary Disorders
Prolactinomas are generally responsive to pharmacological treatment. Unless the adenoma is especially large and pressing on vital structures, the treatment of choice is usually administration of a dopamine agonist. There are currently two medications available in the United States specifically indicated for the treatment of hyperprolactinemia: bromocriptine (Parlodel) and the more recently released Dostinex (cabergoline).
What is Dostinex?
Dostinex (or cabergoline) is a long-lasting, oral dopamine-agonist specific for the D2 receptor indicated for the treatment of hyperprolactinemia. It became available in the United States by prescription in March 1997 and is manufactured by Pharmacia & Upjohn, Inc. Dostinex has proven very effective in lowering prolactin levels in most patients as well as decreasing tumor size. Dostinex is especially appealing because of its long half-life, resulting in once to twice weekly dosing.
Advantages of Dostinex over Bromocriptine
Until Dostinex became available in the U.S., the only other dopamine agonist approved for the treatment of prolactinomas and/or hyperprolactinemia was bromocriptine. However, Dostinex has proved to have a number of advantages over bromocriptine:
Lower incidence of side effects
Twice weekly dosing versus 2-3 times daily for bromocriptine
Generally more effective, especially in those in which bromocriptine was ineffective
Disadvantages of Dostinex over Bromocriptine
Dostinex is twice as expensive as bromocriptine
Dostinex is not available in all countries
Dostinex is not approved for use during pregnancy, and its effects on pregnancy are unknown at this time
Side Effects
The side effects associated with Dostinex usually disappear or are reduced after a few doses. However, if you miss a dose, you may experience some of the original side effects for a short time. The most common side effects of Dostinex are:
Nausea
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Headache
Stuffy nose
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Originally posted by Drenten
I have used it, and it made me feel like stir-fried shit. I felt like I was constantly hung over and nauseous.
It is supposed to have a positive effect on dopamine receptors, but it didn’t do anything positive for me.
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I would only use it if sex drive is a problem, i think the whole progesterone, prolactin gyno is overblown, since there never has been a case in clinical settings of progesterone gyno, except when sythetic progesterones where adminstered. Obviuosly we arent taking progesterone.I eat at least 6 times a day to build my body
I pray at least 6 times a day to build my soul
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