Cycloset
Generic name:bromocriptine [ BROE-moe-KRIP-teen ]
Drug classes:Dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents, Prolactin inhibitors
What is Cycloset?
Cycloset tablets contain micronized bromocriptine in a quick release formulation.
Cycloset is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Cycloset is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
This medication guide provides information about the Cycloset brand of bromocriptine. Parlodel is another brand of bromocriptine that is not covered in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Cycloset if you have migraine headaches that cause you to faint, if you are in a state of diabetic ketoacidosis, or if you recently had a baby.
Do not breastfeed.
Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking Cycloset.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Cycloset if you are allergic to bromocriptine or to an ergot medicine (dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, methylergonovine).
You should not use Cycloset if:
you are breastfeeding;
you had a baby recently;
you have migraine headaches that cause you to faint; or
you are in a state of diabetic ketoacidosis (call your doctor for treatment with insulin).
To make sure Cycloset is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
high or low blood pressure, heart disease, or a heart attack;
liver or kidney disease;
a tumor of the pituitary gland;
a stomach ulcer, stomach or intestinal bleeding; or
mental illness or psychosis.
Follow your doctor's instructions about using this medicine if you are pregnant or you become pregnant. Controlling diabetes is very important during pregnancy, and having high blood sugar may cause complications in both the mother and the baby.
Do not breastfeed while using this medicine.
How should I take Cycloset?
Take Cycloset exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose.
Cycloset is usually taken each morning with food, within 2 hours after you wake up.
Your blood sugar will need to be checked often, and you may need other blood tests at your doctor's office....
