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Men's Health » Women's Health » Parlodel (Bromocriptine) Parlodel (Bromocriptine) is a dopamine agonist used to treat menstrual and infertility disorders and to treat parkinson's disease. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. Buy Parlodel (Bromocriptine) and other Women's Health products online at Medstore. Buy Online at Medstore - Click Here!
About Parlodel (Bromocriptine): Product Type: Women's Health Brand name: Parlodel Generic name: Bromocriptine What is the most important information I should know about Parlodel? • Parlodel may cause low blood pressure which can lead to dizziness and other symptoms especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly and use caution until you know how this medicine affects you. Also use caution when driving or performing other hazardous activities. • If you are taking Parlodel to treat high prolactin levels caused by a tumor notify your doctor if you experience persistent watery nasal discharge. What is Parlodel? • Parlodel lowers prolactin (PRO lak tin) levels. Prolactin is a hormone important for the production of breast milk and for normal fertility in women. Parlodel also has effects similar to a chemical called dopamine (DOE pa meen) that occurs naturally in the body. • Parlodel is used to treat disorders such as amenorrhea (lack of a menstrual period) persistent breast milk production infertility and other conditions associated with high prolactin levels caused by prolactin-secreting tumors in women and in men. • In addition Parlodel reduces growth hormone levels. This is useful in treating acromegaly a condition that involves excessive growth. • Parlodel is also used to treat Parkinson's disease which is associated with low levels of dopamine in the brain. Parlodel has effects similar to those of dopamine which makes it effective in the treatment of the stiffness tremors spasms and poor muscle control associated with Parkinson's disease. • Parlodel may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Parlodel? • Before taking Parlodel tell your doctor if you have heart disease have had a heart attack in the past or have any other serious illness. • You may not be able to take Parlodel or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. • Parlodel is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Parlodel without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. • Parlodel prevents the production of breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. How should I take Parlodel? • Take Parlodel exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions ask your pharmacist nurse or doctor to explain them to you. • Take each dose with a full glass of water. • Take Parlodel with food. • Continue to take this medication unless your doctor recommends that you stop. It may be some time before you see the benefits of Parlodel. • It is important to take Parlodel regularly to get the most benefit. • Your doctor may want you to have blood tests or other medical evaluations during treatment with Parlodel to monitor progress and side effects. • Store Parlodel at room temperature away from moisture and heat. What happens if I miss a dose? • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However if it is almost time for the next dose skip the missed dose and only take the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication. What happens if I overdose? • Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected. • Symptoms of a Parlodel overdose include nausea vomiting constipation sweating pale skin dizziness drowsiness yawning confusion and hallucinations. What should I avoid while taking Parlodel? • Parlodel may cause low blood pressure which can lead to dizziness and other symptoms especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly and use caution until you know how this medicine affects you. Also use caution when driving or performing other hazardous activities. What are the possible side effects of Parlodel? • Stop taking Parlodel and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips tongue or face; or hives). • If you are taking Parlodel to treat high prolactin levels caused by a tumor notify your doctor if you experience persistent watery nasal discharge. • Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Parlodel and talk to your doctor if you experience mild nausea vomiting or abdominal cramps; diarrhea or constipation; headache dizziness (especially when rising from a sitting or lying position) or drowsiness; dry mouth; or nasal stuffiness. • Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that is unusual or bothersome. What other drugs will affect Parlodel? • Before taking Parlodel tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: erythromycin (Ery-Tab E.E.S. E-Mycin others); phenylpropanolamine (a decongestant used in many over-the-counter cough cold allergy and diet medications); albuterol (Proventil Ventolin Volmax); or terbutaline (Brethine Bricanyl). • The medicines listed above may increase the effects of Parlodel and lead to dangerous side effects. • The effects of Parlodel may be decreased by phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine) thioridazine (Mellaril) mesoridazine (Serentil) perphenazine (Trilafon) and fluphenazine (Prolixin). Tell your doctor if you are taking a phenothiazine. A larger dose of Parlodel may be necessary. • Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Parlodel. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines including vitamins minerals and herbal products. 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View more Women's Health Men's Health: Avodart (Dutasteride) Avodart (Dutasteride) is an androgen hormone inhibitor used in men to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) which is swelling of the prostate. This medicine works by lowering the amount of the hormone responsible for prostate growth. Dutasteride reduces urinary blockage and improves urine flow. This medicine should not be used in women and children. Buy Avodart (Dutasteride) and other Men's Health products online at Medstore. About Avodart (Dutasteride): Product Type: Men's Health Brand name: Avodart Generic name: Dutasteride What is the most important information I should know about Avodart? • Before taking Avodart tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this medication or to a similar medicine called finasteride (Propecia Proscar). • Avodart should never be taken by a woman or a child. Avodart can be absorbed through the skin and women or children should not be permitted to handle Avodart capsules. • Although Avodart is not for use by women this medication can cause birth defects if a woman is exposed to it during pregnancy. Avodart capsules should not be handled by a woman who is pregnant or who may become pregnant. • If a woman accidentally comes into contact with this medication from a leaking capsule wash the area with soap and water right away. • Do not donate blood while taking Avodart and for at least 6 months after your treatment ends. Avodart can be carried in the blood and could cause birth defects if a pregnant women receives a transfusion with blood that contains Avodart. What is Avodart? • Avodart prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). • Avodart is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate. This medicine helps improve urinary flow and may also reduce your need for prostate surgery later on. • Avodart may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Avodart? • Before taking Avodart tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this medication or to a similar medicine called finasteride (Propecia Proscar). • Avodart should never be taken by a woman or a child. Avodart can be absorbed through the skin and women or children should not be permitted to handle Avodart capsules. • Although Avodart is not for use by women this medication can cause birth defects if a woman is exposed to it during pregnancy. Avodart capsules should not be handled by a woman who is pregnant or who may become pregnant. • If a woman accidentally comes into contact with this medication from a leaking capsule wash the area with soap and water right away. How should I take Avodart? • Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. • Take each dose with a full glass of water. • Avodart can be taken with or without food. • Swallow the Avodart capsule whole. Do not chew crush or break the capsule. • It is important to take Avodart regularly to get the most benefit. • Do not stop taking Avodart without first talking to your doctor. It may take as long as 3 to 6 months of treatment with Avodart before you notice improvement in your BPH symptoms. • To be sure this medication is helping your condition your prostate will need to be checked on a regular basis. Your PSA (prostate-specific antigen) may also be tested to help detect prostate cancer. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor. • Store Avodart at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Avodart capsules may become soft and leaky or they may stick together if they get too hot. Do not use any capsule that is cracked or leaking. Call your pharmacist for instructions on how to safely dispose of a leaking Avodart capsule. What happens if I miss a dose? • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose? • Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of Avodart is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms. What should I avoid while taking Avodart? • Do not donate blood while taking Avodart and for at least 6 months after your treatment ends. Avodart can be carried in the blood and could cause birth defects if a pregnant women receives a transfusion with blood that contains Avodart. What are the possible side effects of Avodart? • Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face lips tongue or throat. • Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur such as: decreased libido (sex drive); decreased amount of semen released during sex; impotence (trouble getting or keeping an erection); or breast tenderness or enlargement. • Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. 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