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Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet
Manufactured bySerum Institute Of India Ltd.
ContainsBromocriptine
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Description
Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet is a dopamine receptor agonist, which helps in the treatment of Parkinson's Disease. It should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. It is advised not to take this medicine while breastfeeding due to the decrease in the breast milk production.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet
B Crip 5 mg Tablet
Abbott India Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet
Dizziness
Nausea
Confusion
Uncontrolled body movements
Changes in vision
Increased sweating
Constipation
Dry mouth
Loss of appetite
Stomach pain
Uses of Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Hyperprolactinemia
Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Hyperprolactinemia which is a condition characterized by an increase in prolactin secretion.
Acromegaly
Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Acromegaly which is a condition characterized by an increase in the growth hormone secretion.
Parkinson's disease
Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet is used to control signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 2 hours.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 15 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has reportedCan this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is recommended for pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet or ergot alkaloids.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended in breastfeeding women due to the decrease in the milk production.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is recommended for pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
General warnings
Hypotension
This medicine may alter the blood pressure, especially while increasing the dose, and increases the risk of orthostatic hypotension. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary. The dose should be reduced if the symptoms worsen.
WIthdrawal effects
This medicine should not be stopped immediately without informing the doctor as it may cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome-like symptoms like fever, muscular rigidity, altered mental status. It is advised to decrease the dose gradually based on the clinical condition.
Psychosis
This medicine is known to cause psychotic symptoms like hallucinations, confusion, anxiety, depression. It should be used with caution in patients with nervous system disorders. Close monitoring of symptoms of depression and suicidal thoughts is necessary.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Alprazolam
Diltiazem
Azole antifungal agents
Nitroglycerin
Disease interactions
Cardiac Dysfunction
This medicine is known to cause adverse effects on the heart, therefore should be used with caution. Close monitoring of cardiac function is necessary while undergoing the treatment. The treatment should be discontinued if any signs of arrhythmias or conduction abnormalities are observed.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Sicriptin 5 mg Tablet as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary while taking this medicine. This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding patients because it decreases breast milk production.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by decreasing the hormonal production that causes hyperprolactinemia and acromegaly. It increases the level of a natural substance that helps in treating Parkinson's Disease.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Jan 2018
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