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: Lisa Albright, PhD, dopamine receptor antagonist, gastric, FDA, Breast feeding, milk supply, induced lactation, other countries
Related Categories: PEDIATRICS
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