Uses / Indications:
People take Colette 0.5 mg Tablet to treat:
Hyperprolactinemia is a disorder in which the body makes too much of the hormone prolactin. This can cause irregular periods, infertility, or undesired breast milk production.
Prolactinomas are pituitary tumors that make prolactin. They are treated to make the tumors smaller and stop the prolactin from being made.
Menstrual problems, including amenorrhea (the lack of menstruation) and oligomenorrhea (irregular menstrual cycles).
Women who have high prolactin levels may not be able to get pregnant.
Men with high prolactin levels may have erectile problems or trouble getting pregnant.
Colette helps restore hormonal balance and fertility by reducing prolactin levels.
Pregnancy interaction:
Unless your doctor says you need it, you shouldn't take Colette (Cabergoline) while you're pregnant.
Women contemplating pregnancy should cease the drug at least one month before conceiving, as it may harm fetal development.
Tell your doctor right away if you get pregnant while taking the medicine so they can change or discontinue it.
Breastfeeding:
Cabergoline can lower milk production and may even go into breast milk, which could harm the baby. Therefore, Colette is not recommended during nursing.
Expert advice:
To feel less sick, take the tablet with food.
If you feel dizzy or sleepy, don't drink alcohol or drive or use machinery.
Check your blood pressure and prolactin levels on a regular basis.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had heart valve problems, high blood pressure, or a mental condition.
Before you stop taking Colette, talk to your doctor first.
Until prolactin levels get back to normal and periods start up again, women should take effective birth control.
If you develop swelling in your legs, chest pain, or trouble breathing, tell your doctor.
Side Effects:
Feeling sick or throwing up
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
Pain in the head
Pain in the stomach
Constipation
Tiredness or sleepiness
Not as common but dangerous adverse effects:
Low blood pressure, especially when you stand up
Confusion or seeing things that aren't there (rare)
Heartbeats that aren't regular
Having trouble breathing or chest pain
Swelling in the hands, feet, or ankles
Rash, itching, or swelling of the face or throat are all signs of an allergic reaction.
If you have any serious or long-lasting adverse effects, you should visit a doctor right away.
How to use:
Follow your doctor's instructions exactly when you take Colette 0.5 mg Tablet.
Depending on your condition and prolactin levels, you normally take it once or twice a week.
To avoid stomach problems, take the tablet with food.
Do not crush or chew it; just swallow it whole with a glass of water.
For optimal effects, take it at the same time every day.
If you forget to take a dose, do it as soon as you remember. If it's close to the next dose, don't take it. Don't do it twice.
How it works:
Cabergoline, a dopamine receptor agonist, is in Colette 0.5 mg Tablet.
It works by activating dopamine D2 receptors in the pituitary gland, which stops the release of prolactin, a hormone that makes milk.
Colette lowers prolactin levels, which helps women have regular ovulation and menstrual cycles. It also raises testosterone levels and makes sperm better in men.
This normalizing of hormone levels helps make reproductive health and fertility better.
Faq for medicine:
1. What is Colette 0.5 mg used for?
It is used to lower high levels of prolactin that cause irregular periods, infertility, or undesired milk production.
2. How long does it take for Colette to go to work?
You might start to feel better in 2 to 4 weeks, but it could take a few months for your prolactin levels to go back to normal.
3. Is it safe for me to take Colette 0.5 mg while pregnant?
No, it should be avoided. Stop using it at least a month before you try to get pregnant and talk to your doctor.
4. Does Colette stop her period?
No, it actually helps bring back normal menstrual cycles by lowering prolactin levels.
5. Is it okay to drink beer while taking Colette?
Don't drink alcohol because it can make you feel more dizzy and lower your blood pressure.
6. Does Colette make you want to do it again?
No, it doesn't make you addicted, but you should only take it under rigorous medical supervision.
7. Is Colette good for getting pregnant?
Yes, it helps women ovulate again and males produce sperm by lowering prolactin levels.
8. Is it safe to use Colette for a long time?
Yes, it can be used for a long time if a doctor says so, but you should have regular checkups and cardiac monitoring.
9. What should I do if I get dizzy after taking Colette?
Until the dizziness goes away, sit or lie down. Get up slowly so you don't feel dizzy.
10. Is it okay to nurse while taking Colette?
No, because Cabergoline stops milk production and could hurt the infant.
Medicine interaction:
Colette 0.5 mg Tablet may have interactions with the following:
Antihypertensive medicines, such amlodipine and atenolol, can make blood pressure decrease too much.
Antipsychotic drugs (e.g., chlorpromazine, haloperidol): May diminish the efficacy of Cabergoline.
Macrolide antibiotics (such erythromycin and clarithromycin) may raise the levels of Cabergoline in the blood and cause more negative effects.
Other ergot derivatives or dopamine agonists: May make adverse effects worse, such as nausea and dizziness.
Before starting Colette, always tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking, even herbal or vitamin supplements.
