Domperidone in Lactation: Use as a Galactagogue

Author(s):  Albright Lisa M

Issue:  Sep/Oct 2004 - Topical Treatments in Wound Healing
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Abstract:  Domperidone, a synthetic benzimidazole compound, has been beneficial primarily as a prokinetic agent for treating upper gastrointestinal motility disorders; however, it is now gaining popularity as a galactagogue (a substance facilitating milk production)

Related Keywords: dopamine receptor antagonist, gastric, FDA, Breast feeding, milk supply, induced lactation, other countries

Related Categories: PEDIATRICS

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