| Acne |
No |
| Active Half-Life |
12-14 hours |
| Active substance |
Bromocriptine |
| Also known as |
Bromocriptine mesylate |
| Aromatization |
No |
| Blood pressure |
Can cause hypotension |
| Chemical name |
2-Bromo-О±-ergocryptine |
| Classification |
Dopamine Agonist |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 1.25 mg to 5 mg daily, depending on the condition being treated |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not typically used for athletic performance enhancement |
| Effects |
Decreases prolactin levels, helps treat Parkinson's disease, and manages symptoms of hyperprolactinemia |
| Formula |
C32H40BrN5O5 |
| Half-life |
Approximately 12 to 14 hours |
| HBR |
No |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low |
| Lab Test |
Blood prolactin levels for effectiveness monitoring |
| Main action |
Dopamine agonist |
| Side effects |
Nausea, headache, dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, and vomiting |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat |
| Substance class |
Ergot alkaloid derivative |
| Trade name |
Parlodel, among others |
| Use in sports |
Not commonly used in sports |
| WAREHOUSE |
International Warehouse 2 |
| Water Retention |
No |
| Manufacturer |
Novartis |
