You may get dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how bromocriptine affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Alcohol can make you more dizzy, and increase flushing and rapid heartbeats. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Dizziness is more common after the first dose.
Take it before bedtime if possible and be careful getting out of bed. Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water will help. If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking bromocriptine. Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.