Which of the following drugs can cause galactorrhea?
Correct Answer: Metoclopramide
Description: Galactorrhea is caused by prolactin secretion. Dopamine normally inhibits the secretion of prolactin. Thus dopamine antagonists can cause hyperprolactinemia leading to galactorrhea. The drugs include: Typical Antipsychotics like Haloperidol Antiemetics like Metoclopramide Dopamine depleter like Reserpine. Drugs stimulating dopamine receptors like Bromocriptine and Cabergoline are used for treatment of Hyperprolactinemia.
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