Brainstar 0.8mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 23, 2026
What is brainstar 0.8mg tablet used for?
Brainstar 0.8mg Tablet contains Bromocriptine, a dopamine agonist used to treat Parkinson's disease by improving muscle control and reducing stiffness. It is also used for hyperprolactinemia to lower high prolactin levels. It works by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain.
- Generic Name: Bromocriptine (0.8mg)
- Manufacturer: USV Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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๐ brainstar 0.8mg tablet Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Bromocriptine (0.8mg) |
| Brand Name | brainstar 0.8mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | USV Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Dopamine agonists-Hyperprolactinemia |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take brainstar 0.8mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
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โ ๏ธ Side Effects of brainstar 0.8mg tablet
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Inflammation of the nose
- Weakness
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Erythromycin | Moderate | Increased bromocriptine levels |
| Metoclopramide | Moderate | Reduced efficacy of bromocriptine |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
Liver
Low
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low
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๐ Substitutes for brainstar 0.8mg tablet
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stayhappi bromocriptine 0.8mg tabletSarvagunaushdhi Pvt Ltd โน46.67 19.6% CHEAPER
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bromitine 0.8mg tabletEast West Pharma โน51.90 10.6% CHEAPER
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glucomind 0.8mg tabletLupin Ltd โน66.00 13.7% COSTLIER
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d-bro 0.8mg tabletZyphar's Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd โน70.31 21.2% COSTLIER
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diacriptin 0.8mg tabletDelvin Formulations Pvt Ltd โน71.25 22.8% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.