Cabergoline (Dostinex) is a dopamine receptor agonist.

Follow the directions for using Cabergoline (Dostinex) provided by your doctor.

Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation; dizziness; headache; indigestion; nausea; tiredness or weakness; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); behavior changes (eg, aggression); chest pain; confusion; cough; depression; fainting; hallucinations; irregular heartbeat; mood or mental changes; shortness of breath; swelling of hands or feet; vision disturbances.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider.

Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

Butyrophenones (eg, haloperidol), metoclopramide, phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), or thioxanthenes (eg, thiothixene) because they may decrease Cabergoline (Dostinex)'s effectiveness

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Cabergoline (Dostinex) may interact with other medicines that you take.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

if you have liver problems or high blood pressure, or if you take medicine that may lower your blood pressure

if you have high blood pressure or convulsions caused by pregnancy

if you have a history of certain lung or heart valve problems (eg, pleural effusion, pulmonary fibrosis)

Do not take double or extra doses AND contact your doctor about your missed dose.

Treating disorders associated with high levels of the hormone prolactin, either due to tumors in the pituitary gland or to unknown causes.

Cabergoline (Dostinex) may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C / 68 and 77 degrees F, away from heat and light.

Protect from light and moisture.

If you suspect that you may be pregnant, contact your doctor so that a pregnancy test can be arranged.

If you have any questions about Cabergoline (Dostinex), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.