CB-Lin Tablet (Cabergoline 0.5mg)

CB-Lin Tablet

CB-LIN 0.5 mg Tablet is used to treat excess production of a natural hormone called prolactin. Excess production of this hormone is due to unknown causes or abnormal growths in the pituitary. This medicine helps in preventing infertility, sexual problems, and bone loss caused by excess prolactin production in men and in women who are not breastfeeding. It is also used as a second line therapy in the treatment of signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease along with carbidopa-levodopa or as a single agent in case of failure of or intolerance to a non-ergot compound.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for CB-LIN 0.5 mg Tablet
Caberlin 0.5 mg Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Cabgolin 0.5 mg Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Cabgon 0.5 mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Colette 0.5 mg Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
TT Cab 0.5 mg Tablet
Ttk Healthcare Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for CB-LIN 0.5 mg Tablet
Hypersensitivity
Painful menstruation
Burning or tingling sensation of hands and feet
Breast pain
Heartburn
Constipation
Nausea and vomiting
Blurred vision
Difficulty in breathing
Decrease in frequency of urination
Swelling of ankles or feet

Uses of CB-LIN 0.5 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hyperprolactinemia
CB-LIN 0.5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of hyperprolactinemia, a condition where there is an excess production of prolactin which may cause infertility, sexual problems, or bone loss in men and women who are not breastfeeding.
Parkinson’s disease
CB-LIN 0.5 mg Tablet is used as a second line therapy in the treatment of signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease as an adjunct to carbidopa-levodopa or as a single agent in case of failure of or intolerance to a non-ergot compound.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cabergoline or any ergot alkaloids or any other components present along with it.
Hypertension
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with uncontrolled hypertension due to the increased risk of serious cardiovascular adverse effects.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost 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 immediately in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take CB-LIN 0.5 mg Tablet following all the instructions on the leaflet or the package insert. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 7 to 28 days.