Risperidone induced galactorrhea: a case analysis.
We report on the occurrence of galactorrhea and amenorrhea associated with prolactin elevation after 6 months of treatment with risperidone. The symptoms dramatically resolved with discontinuation of the drug. We discuss the possible mechanisms and clinical sequelae of elevated prolactin levels.
Hariharan
Jaishree
J
Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wis., USA.
Mohsin
Jamil
J
D000328:Adult; D014150:Antipsychotic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D005687:Galactorrhea / Q000139:chemically induced*; D006801:Humans; D018967:Risperidone / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000188:drug therapy*
D014150:Antipsychotic Agents; D018967:Risperidone