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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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True regarding use of bromocriptine for suppression of lactation includes:
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The correct answer is  Ans. (B) It can cause hypotension(Ref: KDT 8/e p261)For suppression of lactation, D2 agonists like bromocriptine can be used. In hyperprolactinemia, these are given for long periods.Metoclopramide being a D2 antagonist will stop the action of bromocriptine.Adverse effects of bromocriptine include nausea vomiting, postural hypotension, digital vasospasm and CNS effects like hallucinations, psychosis etc.