Drug which causes gingival hyperplasia_____________?
Correct answer: E. Both A & C
- A. Nifedipine
- B. Erythromycin
- C. Cyclosporin
- D. Aspirin
- E. Both A & C
Explanation
Gingival hyperplasia is a recognised adverse effect of both nifedipine and cyclosporine, due partly to altered gingival fibroblast activity. Therefore the combined option is required rather than either drug alone.
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