Bromocriptine - broe-moe-KRIP-teen belongs to the group of medication known as ergot alkaloids. Bromocriptine blocks release of a hormone called prolactin from the pituitary gland. Prolactin effects the menstrual cycle and milk production. Bromocriptine is using to treat certain menstrual problems or to stop milk production in some women or men who have abnormal milk leakage. It is also using to treat infertility in both men and women that occurs because the body made too much prolactin.
Bromocriptine is also using to treat some people who have Parkinson's disease. It works by stimulating certain parts of the brain and nervous system that are involved in this disease.
Bromocriptine is also using to treat acromegaly - overproduction of growth hormone and pituitary prolactinomas - tumors of the pituitary gland.
Bromocriptine may also be using for other conditions as determined by your family doctor.
Bromocriptine is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada
Generic name product may be available in the USA and Canada.