Bromocriptine
Parlodel (bromocriptine) is a dopamine agonist medication primarily used to treat conditions related to elevated prolactin hormone levels, such as hyperprolactinemia and prolactin-secreting pituitary tumors. It works by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps reduce prolactin production and can also be used to manage symptoms in certain movement disorders.
Parlodel is a dopamine agonist used to treat elevated prolactin levels and related conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 38
- Generic
- Parlodel
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treats hyperprolactinemia, prolactinomas (pituitary tumors), and associated conditions like infertility and irregular menstrual periods. May also be used for Parkinson's disease and acromegaly in certain cases.
Functions as a dopamine agonist, binding to and activating dopamine receptors in the brain. This suppresses prolactin secretion from the pituitary gland and affects motor control pathways.
May cause dizziness, nausea, or low blood pressure, especially when starting treatment. Not recommended during pregnancy unless clearly needed. Avoid operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Inform your doctor of any history of heart disease, psychiatric conditions, or high blood pressure before starting therapy.
Official drug label
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