'Dostinex' and pregnancy. Features of the drug

In medicine, there is a large number of drugs that have hypoprolactinemic action. In this article we will consider one of them called Dostinex. All information stated in the publication is strictly familiarized. It should be noted that prior to taking the medication, a compulsory consultation by the attending physician is necessary. In the context of this publication, we propose to consider such an issue as the use of Dostinex and pregnancy.

Properties and characteristics of the drug?

Dostinex is a synthetic remedy for suppressing or preventing lactation, as well as the treatment of amenorrhea, galactorrhea and anovulation. Before taking the medication, they take tests, undergo a full diagnosis and consult a doctor.

The product is produced in the form of tablets, packaged in dark glass jars, each of which is packed in a cardboard box.

Method of using Dostinex

The drug should be taken while eating. The required dose should be prescribed by your doctor. In this article, we indicate only an approximate dosage. This information should be used only for the purpose of general familiarization. To prevent postpartum lactation, take 1 mg on the 1st day after childbirth. In order to interrupt the already established production of glands of mother's milk, the drug takes 2 days for 0.25 mg after 12 hours. The dose of the drug in the treatment of hyperprolactinaemia depends on the content of prolactin in the blood (the measurement is carried out once a week). Begin taking the drug with 0.25 mg per week and gradually, increasing to 4.5 mg for 7 days, depending on the effectiveness of therapy, which will determine a qualified specialist. Combine the drug "Dostinex" and pregnancy is possible only with the appointment of minimal doses.

Indications for admission

The drug is recommended for women with hyperprolactinemia, manifested infertility, galactorrhea, as well as oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea, anovulatory menstrual cycles. Men with hyperprolactinaemia, manifested by a decrease in libido, or impotence.

For the treatment of prolactin secreting adenoma of the pituitary gland, idiopathic hyperprolactinemia, the syndrome of the empty Turkish saddle. In addition, "Dostinex" is used to suppress physiological lactation after childbirth, with the necessary indications (stillbirth, abortion, contraindications to breastfeeding).

Taking the drug "Dostinex" and pregnancy, you can combine only if it is absolutely necessary and only for the doctor's prescription.

Contra-indications for taking medication

Dostinex is not recommended for patients with hepatic insufficiency, late gestosis, high sensitivity to any components of the drug, postpartum psychosis, pulmonary, pericardial, retropericardial fibrotic diseases.

Combining dostinex and pregnancy is contraindicated. The exception is cases where the benefit to the mother will exceed the harm for the child. The doctor prescribes this medication with extreme caution and in the proper dosage.

Side effects of the drug "Dostinex"

At reception there can be such reactions, as:

- headache;

- Insomnia;

- dizziness;

- weakness;

- paresthesia;

- Depression;

- vomiting or nausea;

- abdominal pain;

- indigestion or constipation;

- gastritis, a rush of blood to the face.

During treatment, premature ovulation may occur . Studies confirm that ovulation and dostinex are interrelated. To be more precise, the drug can provoke changes in rhythms.

In order to avoid the occurrence of side effects, it is necessary to take the medicine only under the supervision of the doctor and in prescribed doses. If any negative reactions occur, you should immediately reduce the dosage or cancel the drug.

Those who become pregnant on Dostineks are advised to immediately stop therapy.