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Cabergoline

Ergot Derivative
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Cabergoline is an ergot derivative indicated for the treatment of hyperprolactinemic disorders, either idiopathic or due to pituitary adenomas in adults. It is available as tablets for oral use. MedsAcross supplies Cabergoline for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Ergot Derivative
ATC classification
G02CB03 Cabergoline · Prolactine inhibitorsN04BC06 Cabergoline · Dopamine agonist
US FDA first approval
23 December 1996
EU status
Not recorded
Orphan designation
Not recorded
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Oral
Dosage forms
Tablet
Identifiers
UNII LL60K9J05TRxCUI 47579CAS 81409-90-7DrugBank DB00248Q423308

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

CABERGOLINE is an ergot derivative indicated for the treatment of hyperprolactinemic disorders, either idiopathic or due to pituitary adenomas in adults. Limitations of Use Avoid use of CABERGOLINE for the inhibition or suppression of postpartum physiologic lactation because of the risk of serious adverse reactions.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

How it works

Cabergoline is an ergot derivative and dopamine receptor agonist with a high affinity for D2 receptors. Results of in vitro studies demonstrate that cabergoline exerts a direct inhibitory effect on the secretion of prolactin by rat pituitary lactotrophs. Cabergoline decreased serum prolactin levels in reserpinized rats. Receptor-binding studies indicate that cabergoline has low affinity for dopamine D1, α1- and α2-adrenergic, and 5-HT1- and 5-HT2-serotonin receptors.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

• Before initiating CABERGOLINE evaluate for valvular heart disease, including with an echocardiogram. If valvular disease is detected, do not administer CABERGOLINE. • Recommended starting dosage of CABERGOLINE is 0.25 mg orally twice weekly. • Titrate CABERGOLINE to achieve normal serum prolactin levels by increasing CABERGOLINE by 0.25 mg orally twice weekly at intervals of no less than 4 weeks. • Maximum recommended dosage is 1 mg orally, twice weekly.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

CABERGOLINE is contraindicated in patients with: • Uncontrolled hypertension. • Known hypersensitivity to ergot derivatives. • History of cardiac valvular disorders, as suggested by anatomical evidence of valvulopathy of any valve, determined by pre-treatment evaluation including echocardiographic demonstration of valve leaflet thickening, valve restriction, or mixed valve restriction-stenosis, or history of pericardial fibrosis. • History of pleural, pulmonary, or retroperitoneal fibrotic disorders. • Uncontrolled hypertension. • Known hypersensitivity to ergot derivatives. • History of cardiac valvular disorders, or pericardial fibrosis.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

• Cardiac Valvulopathy and Pericardial Fibrosis: Before initiating CABERGOLINE, perform a cardiovascular evaluation, including echocardiogram, to evaluate for valvular disease. During CABERGOLINE treatment, monitor for the development of valvulopathy with a cardiac echocardiogram at intervals of 6 to 12 months or as clinically indicated and monitor for chest pain and signs and symptoms of heart failure (if heart failure occurs, exclude valvular fibrosis and pericarditis). Consider additional clinical and diagnostic monitoring at baseline and as necessary during CABERGOLINE treatment. Use CABERGOLINE in patients treated with other drugs associated with valvulopathy only if the potential benefit of CABERGOLINE outweighs the risk. Discontinue CABERGOLINE if the patient has a new diagnosis of valvular regurgitation, valvular restriction, valve leaflet thickening, or pericarditis.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Cardiac Valvulopathy and Pericardial Fibrosis. • Pleural, Retroperitoneal, and Pulmonary Fibrosis. • Orthostatic Hypotension. • Impulse Control Disorders and Compulsive Behaviors. The most common adverse reactions (incidence >10%) are nausea, headache, and dizziness.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Interactions

CABERGOLINE, a dopamine receptor agonist, is not recommended for concomitant use with D2-antagonists, such as phenothiazines, butyrophenones, thioxanthenes, or metoclopramide.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Storage

Store at controlled room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Store the tablets in the original container.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

1 presentations of Cabergoline, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Cabergoline 0.5 mg tabletOralGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 23 December 1996Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)Not recorded—
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Conditions

Conditions linked to Cabergoline in public data. This is not a list of approved uses, see the clinical information.

Questions and answers

Is Cabergoline available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 1 presentations of Cabergoline and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

Is Cabergoline approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Cabergoline on 23 December 1996, according to Drugs@FDA.

Does Cabergoline need cold chain shipping?

No listed presentation of Cabergoline is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.

Which ATC class is Cabergoline in?

Cabergoline is classified under ATC code G02CB03 (Cabergoline).

References

  1. Cabergoline prescribing information (Mylan Pharmaceuticals). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 30 June 2026

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