DIACRIPTIN 0.8MG TAB

Overview

DIACRIPTIN 0.8MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

DIACRIPTIN 0.8MG TAB is composed of: BROMOCRIPTINE (0.8 MG)

Bromocriptine is a medication used to treat Type 2 Diabetes melitus, Acromegaly, Hyperprolactinemia and Parkinson’s disease. It belongs to the class of drugs known as Dopamine receptor agonists.
It treats hyper prolactinemia by decreasing the amount of Prolactin in the body.
It treats Acromegaly by decreasing the amount of growth harmone in the body.
It treats Parkinson’s disease by acting like Dopamine that is affecting the brain processes that control movement.
Common side effects of Bromocriptine includes Nausea, Headache, Drowsiness and Dizziness.

Usage

BROMOCRIPTINE is generally used to treat: Acromegaly, Parkinson’s Disease, Hyperprolactinaemia
BROMOCRIPTINE can address symptoms like: Fatigue (tiredness), Dizziness, Anxiety, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Head Headache

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

How Do I Take It?

DIACRIPTIN 0.8MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for DIACRIPTIN 0.8MG TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in the patients with the history of  Heart disease, Raynaud’s syndrome, Mental illness, Low blood pressure and kidney or liver disease.
It may cause dizziness, Nausea, Sweating and fainting when you get up too quickly from lying position. To avoid this problem get up slowly from bed.
Use proper contraception methods to prevent pregnancy while taking this medication.
It can decrease blood circulation in the fingers and toes especially during exposure of cold. Keep hands and feet warm during cold weather.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BROMOCRIPTINE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Constipation, Hallucinations, Confusion, Drowsiness

Common Side-Effects

BROMOCRIPTINE : Hypotension, Insomnia, Dyspepsia, Anorexia Nervosa, Diarrhoea, Heart Arrhythmias, Dizziness, Nausea

Serious Side-Effects

BROMOCRIPTINE : Depression, Anxiety, Ataxia, Pericarditis, Bradycardia, Confusion, Hearing Loss

Rare Side-Effects

BROMOCRIPTINE : Urinary Incontinence, Melanoma, Hallucination, Loss Of Appetite, Lower Back Pain, Runny Nose, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Food Interactions


Nicotine may increase the effects of bromocriptine in narrowing the blood vessels and decreasing the blood flow.

Disease Interactions

BROMOCRIPTINE can interfere with: Psychosis, Depression, Hypotension, Cardiac Arrest

Technical Classification

BROMOCRIPTINE is categorized as:
  • DOPAMINERGIC ANTIPARKINSONISM AGENTS / ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
  • PROLACTIN INHIBITORS / HORMONES

Available Alternatives for DIACRIPTIN 0.8MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BRAINSTAR 0.8MG TABINR 61.9 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 0.8 MG
D-BRO 0.8MG TABINR 69.9 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 0.8 MG
DIACRIPTIN 0.8MG TABINR 70 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 0.8 MG
GLUCOMIND 0.8MG TABINR 66 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 0.8 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

B CRIP 1.25MG TABINR 80.37 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
B CRIP 2.5MG TABINR 130.27 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
B CRIP 5MG TABINR 210.43 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 5.0 MG
BRAINSTAR OD 2.5MG TABINR 104 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
BROM 1.25MG TABINR 157.49 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
BROM 2.5MG TABINR 157.49 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
BROM SYPINR 41.9 for 100 ML SYRUPBROMOCRIPTINE
BROMOCRIPTINEBROMOCRIPTINE
BROMOGEN 1.25MG TABINR 71.6 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
BROMOGEN 2.5MG TABINR 128.06 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
BROMOREX 1.25MG TABINR 132.87 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
BROMOREX 2.5MG TABINR 111.27 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
CRIPTAL 1.25MG TABINR 65 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
CRIPTAL 2.5MG TABINR 120 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
CYCLOSET SYPINR 197.55 for 300 ML SYRUPBROMOCRIPTINE NAN
CYCLOSET SYPUPINR 197.55 for 300 ML SYRUPBROMOCRIPTINE
D-BRO 2.5MG TABINR 97.28 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
DIACRIPTIN 1.6MG TABINR 98 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.6 MG
DIACRIPTIN M 0.8MG/500MG TABINR 99 for 10 TABLETSMETFORMIN 500.0 MG, BROMOCRIPTINE 0.8 MG
ENCRIPT 2.5MG TABINR 138.87 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
PROCTINAL 1.25MG TABINR 90.8 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
PROCTINAL 2.5MG TABINR 151.65 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
SCRIPTIN 2.5MG TABINR 153.4 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
SEMI BROM 1.25MG TABINR 87.78 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
SICREPTIN 1.25MG TABINR 78.03 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
SICRIPTIN 1.25MG TABINR 85.4 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 MG
SICRIPTIN 10MG TABINR 153.02 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 10.0 MG
SICRIPTIN 2.5MG TABINR 151.8 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG
SICRIPTIN 5MG TABINR 128.08 for 10 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 5.0 MG
SICRIPTIN USP 2.5MG TABINR 143.95 for 5 TABLETSBROMOCRIPTINE 2.5 MG