Lactation Flashcards
1
Q
What does suckling cause?
A
Decreased dopamine and so increased prolactin-> milk production
Increased oxytocin-> milk ejection
2
Q
How is lactation inhibited in pregnancy?
A
Via progesterone
3
Q
How can lactation be stimulated with drugs?
A
D2 antagonist (domperidone) Thyrotropin releasing hormone
4
Q
How can lactation be suppressed?
A
With a D2 agonist, bromocriptine
5
Q
What drugs should be avoided in lactation?
A
Lithium, immunosuppressants, cytotoxics, opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, metronidazole
