Definition

A medication that acts like dopamine to reduce the secretion of a hormone called prolactin. It is used to treat conditions like Parkinson's disease and certain types of abnormal milk production.

Example

The doctor prescribed bromocriptine to help manage her symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of bromocriptine?

Yeah, I think it's that medication for treating certain conditions, right?

Exactly! It helps with things like Parkinson's and even some hormonal issues.

That's interesting; I'd love to learn more about how it works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bromocriptine → It is formed from "bromo-" (from Greek "bromos", meaning stench or bromine) and "-criptine" (from Greek "kryptos", meaning hidden). The word refers to a compound that has a stench and acts in a hidden or subtle manner in the body, particularly in its function as a dopamine agonist.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bromo-' relating to a stench and '-criptine' suggesting something hidden or subtle, which helps you remember that bromocriptine is a compound that works subtly in the body.

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