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Medicines bromocriptine mesilateQuestion & answer

bromocriptine mesilate · Medicine question

Can bromocriptine cause compulsive behaviour?

iatroX medicinesPublished 19 August 2026Reviewed 19 August 2026

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Answer

It can rarely cause uncontrollable gambling, spending, eating or sexual urges. Tell the prescriber promptly if these changes occur.

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Bromocriptine 2.5 mg tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 2

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