Dopaminergic drugs (Formulary)

Important: Formulation and dosage details

Formulation:

Tablets 500 micrograms

Dosage:

For the treatment of hyperprolactinaemia following investigation, initially 250 micrograms twice weekly taken with food before retiring to bed, increasing to a maintenance dose of 500 micrograms twice weekly after 2 to 3 weeks; refer to BNF for cautions.

For use in suppression of lactation see Obstetrics.