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Amlodipine-induced gingival hyperplasia.

S N Routray1, T K Mishra, U K Pattnaik

  • 1Department of Cardiology, SCB Medical College, Cuttack 753 001, Orissa.

The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|December 4, 2003
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Amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker, can cause gingival hyperplasia. This drug-induced condition may be linked to individual differences in how the body metabolizes amlodipine.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Oral Medicine
  • Drug-induced conditions

Background:

  • Gingival hyperplasia is a known side effect of certain medications, including diphenylhydantoin, cyclosporine, and nifedipine.
  • Calcium channel blockers are frequently prescribed for cardiovascular conditions.

Observation:

  • This report details three cases of gingival hyperplasia that developed in patients using amlodipine.
  • Amlodipine is classified as a second-generation calcium channel blocker.

Findings:

  • The precise mechanism by which amlodipine induces gingival hyperplasia remains unclear.
  • Individual variations in drug metabolism are hypothesized to play a role in the development of this side effect.

Implications:

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  • Further research is needed to elucidate the exact cause of amlodipine-induced gingival hyperplasia.
  • Understanding metabolic variations may lead to personalized treatment strategies and improved patient outcomes.