The nurse has educated a woman about bromocriptine mesylate (Parlodel). Which statement by the patient indicates that she needs more teaching about this drug?
A.
"I may get a metallic taste in my mouth when using this drug."
B.
"My endometriosis will regress with this medication."
C.
"Some side effects include vomiting, headache, and dizziness."
D.
"This medication normalizes follicle-stimulating hormone."
ANS: B
Parlodel improves the release of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone, both of which help restore ovulation. Increased progesterone released by the corpus luteum supports early pregnancy. Side effects include vomiting, headache, dizziness, and a metallic taste in the mouth, among others. GnRh antagonists such as cetrorelix acetate (Cetrotide) reduce the extent of endometriosis.
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