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Dopamine Stimulators

Also called: Dopamine Agonists, Dopamine Stimulating Drugs

- Summary
- About dopamine stimulators
- Conditions treated
- Conditions of concern
- Potential side effects
- Drug or other interactions
- Symptoms of overdose
- Pregnancy use issues
- Child use issues 
- Elderly use issues
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Andrew Biondo, D.O.

Pregnancy use issues with stimulators

Experts generally recommend that pregnant women avoid taking medications such as dopamine stimulators. In addition, women who are breastfeeding should avoid use of dopamine stimulators, as some of these medications may be passed through breast milk to children.

Child use issues with stimulators

Tests have not been performed regarding the effects of dopamine stimulators when used by children. As a result, parents are urged to consult with a physician regarding the benefits and possible risks of using dopamine stimulators in children.

Elderly use issues with stimulators

Older patients are more likely to experience side effects such as psychosis and edema than younger patients. As a result, many experts recommend that these patients be treated with the dopamine precursor levodopa alone rather than a combination of levodopa and a dopamine stimulator.

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Review Date: 05-21-2007

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