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Bromocriptine (Parlodel)
Available:
2.5 mg and 5 mg capsules
Dose:
2.5 mg three to four times daily
Cost:
2.5 mg, 30 pills = $61.99
Indications:
Multiple
uses, but in rheumatic disease patients, most often used in
the treatment of mild lupus, reactive arthritis, and uveitis
Side
effects: Nausea, abdominal cramping, headache, dizziness,
and fatigue are the most commonly reported side effects but if
present are generally mild and well-tolerated
Monitoring:
None recommended
Important
points to know: This medication should be taken with
meals to decrease stomach upset. Transferring from lying to
sitting positions slowly will decrease potential dizziness or
sudden changes in blood pressure that can occur with
bromocriptine.
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