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Does Intake Of Metoclopramide Cause Gynescomastia?
Question: I have been taking metoclopramide along with domperidome for stomach motility. I developed a lump and tenderness under my right breast(I am a man). A mamigram and sonogram was diagnosed as Gynescomastia.
Is it possible that the metoclopramide caused this and is it possible that only one breast would be affected?
Is it possible that the metoclopramide caused this and is it possible that only one breast would be affected?
Brief Answer:
Yes, it is possible.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Welcome to HCM.
Thank you for the query.
I understand your concern.
Breast swelling and tenderness has been recorded as the rare side effect of Metoclopramide. Many studies have noted a positive correlation between Gynaecomastia and Metoclopramide.
I would suggest you to discuss these issues with your treating doctor and request for an alternate medicine.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
Yes, it is possible.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Welcome to HCM.
Thank you for the query.
I understand your concern.
Breast swelling and tenderness has been recorded as the rare side effect of Metoclopramide. Many studies have noted a positive correlation between Gynaecomastia and Metoclopramide.
I would suggest you to discuss these issues with your treating doctor and request for an alternate medicine.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
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