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Overview
PERGOLIDE is a Schedule H drug.Pergolide is an ergot alkaloid dopamine receptor agonist administered to horses with PPID to restore dopaminergic inhibition of melanotrophs. Binding to D2 receptors inhibits POMC synthesis and decreases secretion of ?MSH, ACTH, and other POMC hormones. Clinical improvement in the form of increased alertness and activity is often detected after treatment is initiated.
Usage
PERGOLIDE is generally used to treat: Parkinson’s Disease, Tourette SyndromePERGOLIDE can address symptoms like: Compulsive Behavior, Hyperactive Behavior, Repeats Phrases, Body Loss Of Movement, Anxiety, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
- You should not use pergolide,if you are allergic to it.
- Pergolide is not recommended for use in patients with a history of cardiac valvulopathy. Pergolide is not recommended for use in patients with a history of fibrotic conditions.
Common Side-Effects
PERGOLIDE : Dyspepsia, Diarrhoea, Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression, Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Vomit, Constipation, Head Headache, Dizziness, Nasal Congestion, Fever, Runny Nose, Throat SorenessSerious Side-Effects
PERGOLIDE : Hypotension, Irregular Heartbeat, Slow Or Irregular BreathingRare Side-Effects
PERGOLIDE : Raynaud’s Disease Phenomenon, Pleural Effusion, Pleuritis, Pericarditis, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest)Disease Interactions
PERGOLIDE can interfere with: Hypotension, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, PsychosisTechnical Classification
PERGOLIDE is categorized as: DOPAMINERGIC ANTIPARKINSONISM AGENTS / ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
PERGOLIDE | PERGOLIDE |