Bromocriptine
| Definition: |
A semisynthetic ergotamine alkaloid that is a dopamine D2 agonist. It suppresses prolactin secretion. |
| Also Called: |
2-Bromoergocryptine Mesylate,CB-154,Parlodel |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
25614-03-3 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Ergot Alkaloids (1966-1974) |
Bromocriptine Definitions and Terms
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