Bromocriptine Mesylate is the main active ingredient in Proctinal 1.25 mg tablet. It is used to treat hormonal problems such as high levels of prolactin (excessive or abnormal breast milk production) in the body, female infertility and acromegaly (abnormal growth of hands, feet and face in middle-aged adults caused by excess production of growth hormone). The drug works by lowering hormonal growth in the body.

A doctor can prescribe Proctinal alone or other medications to treat certain conditions caused by a hormone imbalance in which there is too much prolactin in the blood.

The dose will be decided per the patient's condition; therefore, it is advised to take this medication as the doctor advises.

Proctinal is available as a tablet to be taken orally with water after food. The dosage varies from patient to patient. Take medicine daily at the same time to avoid missing the dose. Follow a healthy lifestyle to experience better results.

   — Proctinal should not be used in patients allergic to the active ingredient or other components present in this formulation.

   — This drug should not be given to a pregnant and breastfeeding woman

   — Patients with diabetes, severe migraine, certain bowel disorders, receiving chemotherapy, and heart issues are advised to use this medication only after consulting their doctor.

   — This drug may be more sensitive to older people, so use it with caution in older adults.

Drug Interactions

These are the drugs that can alter the pharmacological effect of Bromocriptine Mesylate:

• Antidepressants
• Sleeping pills
• Blood pressure medicine
• Erythromycin
• Clarithromycin
• Migraine medicine
• Anxiety medicines

Inform your doctor about your medical history details and get the full list of drugs that may increase the possibility of drug interactions or interfere with the effectiveness of Bromocriptine Mesylate.

Like any other medication, Proctinal 1.25 mg also carry certain side effects such as stomach cramps, restlessness, hair loss, dry mouth, feeling sick, discolred urine, dizziness, numbness and more. Call your doctor to report any side effects that you may experience. He will decide the next course of action.