Dopamine-receptor agonists Flashcards
1
Q
What is bromocriptine used for the treatment of? [3]
A
Galactorrhoea
Prolactinomas (when it reduces both plasma prolactin concentration and tumour size)
Acromegaly - sometimes as it inhibits the release of GH but somatostatin analogues (octreotide) are more effective.
2
Q
What can be used instead of bromocriptine?
A
Cabergoline or quinagolide (a non ergot-derived dopamine agonist)
3
Q
How does quinagolide differ to bromocriptine and cabergoline?
A
It is non-ergot derived so has different side effects.
