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We report on the occurrence of galactorrhea associated with a prolactin elevation within weeks of treatment with risperidone. One of our patients was switched to a typical antipsychotic, with an improvement in the galactorrhea. The other patient was continued on risperidone due to a robust response, while her galactorrhea was partially treated with bromocriptine. The mechanism of prolactin elevation with risperidone is unclear. These cases suggest the need for further studies.
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Popli, A., Gupta, S. & Rangwani, S.R. Risperidone-Induced Galactorrhea Associated with a Prolactin Elevation. Ann Clin Psychiatry 10, 31–33 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1026150629199
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