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I have high prolactin levels i am on bromocriptine tablets 2.5 and i have realised that i have started getting pimples/spots on my face is this why?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Acne: Acne can be caused by high levels of prolactin as wellas from the bromocriptine tablets

Answered 8/17/2014

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