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. 1995 Spring;66(1):87-95.
doi: 10.1007/BF02238717.

Bromocriptine and psychosis: a literature review

A Boyd  1
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Bromocriptine and psychosis: a literature review

A Boyd. Psychiatr Q. 1995 Spring.

Abstract

Bromocriptine is an ergot-derived dopamine agonist. Its current uses include the treatment of Parkinson's disease, postpartum ablaction, prolactinomas, acromegaly, and amenorrhea and galactorrhea secondary to neuroleptic use. It is often reported to produce psychiatric side effects such as confusion, hallucinations, and delusions. The literature is reviewed and supports a strong anecdotal relationship between bromocriptine use and psychosis.

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