Apomorphine

The Basics

What is Apomorphine?

Used to treat ”off” episodes in people with advanced Parkinson’s disease.

Brand names for Apomorphine

Apokyn

How Apomorphine is classified

Antiparkinson Agents, Dopamine Agents, Dopamine Agonists, Emetics, Gastrointestinal Agents

Apomorphine During Pregnancy

Apomorphine pregnancy category

Category N/ANote that the FDA has deprecated the use of pregnancy categories, so for some medications, this information isn’t available. We still think it’s useful to list historical info, however, given what a common proxy this has been in the past.

What we know about taking Apomorphine while pregnant

N/A

Taking Apomorphine While Breastfeeding

What are recommendations for lactation if you're taking Apomorphine?

No information is available on the use of apomorphine during breastfeeding. Apomorphine inhibits prolactin release in animals and might interfere with establishment of lactation. The prolactin level in a mother with established lactation may not affect her ability to breastfeed. An alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

Maternal / infant drug levels

No information is available on the use of apomorphine during breastfeeding. Apomorphine inhibits prolactin release in animals and might interfere with establishment of lactation. The prolactin level in a mother with established lactation may not affect her ability to breastfeed. An alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

Possible effects of Apomorphine on milk supply

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Possible alternatives to Apomorphine

None listed