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Re: Bromocriptine perscribed to stop breast milk production.

From: William D. McIntosh, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 9 Aug 1999 09:47:02 -0500 (CDT)

At Mon, 9 Aug 1999, Colleen wrote: >
>My family Doctor perscribed Bromocriptine to stop my milk production and
>treat my breast infection after the birth of my son. Is this drug safe
>to use for these purposes (In that you as a doctor would perscribe it
>verses other medications that would accomplish the same ends)? Are there
>any long lasting effects from taking this drug?

Bromocriptine is reasonalbly safe, but there is a rebound effect (lactation often begins again after you finish the course of the drug) and frequent uncomfortable side effects, so I do not prescribe it routinely. As painful as engorgement can be, the safest and easiest route out of lactation is to use anti-inflammatories, a good, firm, support bra that fits snuggly, and avoid any breast or nipple stimulation. 

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William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG
Clarksville, TN


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