Which of the following anti-epileptic agents causes the reversible side-effect of gingival hyperplasia ?
Correct answer: D. None of the above
- A. Ethosuximide
- B. Phenobarbitone
- C. Sodium valporate
- D. None of the above
Explanation
Gingival hyperplasia is a classic reversible adverse effect of phenytoin, but phenytoin is not listed among the options. Therefore, none of the given agents is the correct choice.
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