Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Bromocriptine Base
Drug Class
Hormone Regulators
Chemical Class
Ergot
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
G02CB01, N04BC01
Status
Essential Medicine
What is Brotin?
Uses
This medication guide provides information about the Parlodel brand of bromocriptine. Cycloset is another brand of bromocriptine that is ...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Ergot
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Anti Parkinson Agents pharmacological group
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Ergot. It belongs to D2 agonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Anti Parkinson Agents pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Bromocriptine (Mesylate) is 654.60. Its pKa is 4.9.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
1.25 to 2.5 mg — 12 hourly
2
Adult
Scraped Dose
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Take Parl
3
Child
Not recommended in this age group
Safety Alerts
Pre-eclampsia, cardiacvalvulopathy, hypertension in postpartum women or in puerperium, toxaemia of pregnancy, puerperal hypertension, hypersensitivity to ergot alkaloids
Important Warnings
Acute porphyrias, cardiovascular disease, history of peptic ulcer (particularly in acromegalic patients), history of serious mental disorders (especially psychotic disorders), Raynauds syndrome
Perform regular gynaecological assessment for women
Consider discontinuation in patients with unexplained pleura-pulmonary signs or symptoms
Side Effects
Headachenasalcongestionconstipationnauseaconfusiondizzinessdry mouthfatiguehallucinationspostural hypotensionpsychomotorexcitationvomitingallergic skin reactionsalopecia
Drug Interactions
Alcohol
erythromycin
metoclopramide
drugs effecting BP
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Use with caution; risk of toxicity
Lactation
Contraindicated
Storage
Tab, Caps Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Below 25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 224.2
DVAGO observed price · per pack of 10 · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 22.42 per unit
Prices across sources
DVAGOper pack of 10Rs 224.2
DRAPper pack of 30Rs 730.09
ServaidRs 460.2
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Bromocriptine Base, and what they are not.
Different molecules used for the same condition. A clinical decision, not a swap.
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Rs 479.1Rs 15.97/unit
Below approved ceiling
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Rs 874Rs 43.7/unit
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
Often Bought Together
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