Norprolac 75Mcg 30 Tablet

Product Description.

Norprolac tablets inhibit the formation of the hormone prolactin in the pituitary  gland. Prolactin stimulates the mammary gland growth and starts the milk production. Norprolac tablets are used increased prolactin level in the blood (Hyperprolactinaemia) of unknown origin or resulting from a prolactin-secreting adenoma of the pituitary gland (pituitary microadenoma or macroadenoma).

Dosage.

• Your treatment will normally begin with the ‘starter pack’ and you will take one 25 micrograms tablet daily (one light pink tablet) for the first three days (marked Day 1, Day 2 and Day 3 on the blister strip).
• This is followed by one 50 micrograms tablet daily (one very pale blue tablet) for the next three days (marked Day 4, Day 5 and Day 6 on the blister strip).
• From Day 7, the recommended dose is one 75 micrograms tablet daily (one whitish tablet). Most patients require a daily dose of 75 to 150 micrograms. Some patients require a daily dose of 300 micrograms or higher. Your doctor will tell you if you need a higher dose. You should not change the dose yourself.
• Quinagolide should be taken once daily at bedtime preferably with a snack. 

Side Effects.

• These include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, tiredness, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea, insomnia, increased water retention, flushing and nasal congestion.