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Semi Brom is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Diabetes Type 2, Prolactinoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Semi Brom have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Semi Brom depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Semi Brom as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Semi Brom normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Semi Brom's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Semi Brom related warnings talks about Semi Brom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Semi Brom can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Semi Brom in conditions like Heart Disease, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). The section on Semi Brom contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Semi Brom may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Semi Brom, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Semi Brom is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Semi Brom safe for pregnant women?
Semi Brom has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Semi Brom safe during breastfeeding?
Semi Brom may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Semi Brom on the Kidneys?
Semi Brom rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Semi Brom on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Semi Brom on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Semi Brom on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Semi Brom on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Semi Brom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Semi Brom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Semi Brom habit forming or addictive?
Semi Brom is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Semi Brom will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Semi Brom should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Semi Brom is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Semi Brom
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Semi Brom, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Semi Brom
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Semi Brom and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Semi Brom stops breast milk. It is used in the treatment of galactorrhea (nipple discharge) which is caused by hyperprolactinemia. Semi Brom stops the breast milk by lowering the levels of prolactin through preventing the synthesis and release of prolactin from prolactin-secreting cells in the pituitary gland.
No, Semi Brom is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Rarely, Semi Brom causes depression. However, the exact cause of depression is not known. If you are experiencing insomnia, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Semi Brom contains bromocriptine which works in acromegaly by lowering the levels of excessive growth hormone in the blood. In hyperprolactinemia-associated dysfunctions Semi Brom prevents the synthesis and release of prolactin by prolactin-secreting cells in the pituitary gland.
Yes, Semi Brom helps in increasing fertility in patients with hyperprolactinemia-associated dysfunction. It lowers the high levels of prolactin in the body which helps in correcting the hormonal imbalance, brings normal menses and ovulation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 176
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Parlodel® (bromocriptine mesylate)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Kripton (bromocriptine mesylate)