Pathology · single question
Which medication can cause this?
Photo shows generalized gingival enlargement (overgrowth).
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Correct answer: A. Phenytoin
Drug-induced gingival enlargement: phenytoin, CCBs (nifedipine), cyclosporine.
- A. Correct. Phenytoin is the classic cause of drug-induced gingival hyperplasia (also calcium-channel blockers and cyclosporine).
- B. Antibiotics do not cause gingival overgrowth.