Hyperprolactinaemia
Hyperprolactinaemia means the blood carries more prolactin than normal. Prolactin is made by the pituitary gland at the base of the brain, and too much of it can disturb periods, reduce sex hormones, affect fertility or trigger breast milk outside pregnancy.
Key points
- A prolactinoma, a benign growth on the pituitary gland, is one recognised cause of excess prolactin.
- Certain other medicines can also raise prolactin levels as a side effect.
Medicines listed for Hyperprolactinaemia
The one product listed for hyperprolactinaemia is Dostinex, which contains cabergoline, a dopamine agonist that lowers prolactin by mimicking a natural brain chemical. It is a tablet in 0.25 mg and 0.5 mg strengths.