Gynecomastia and drugs: a critical evaluation of the literature

Conclusion Many different medications have been associated with the presence of “gynecomastia.” Generally, it presents as a syndrome characterized by a single painful/tender breast (mastodynia) associated with breast enlargement and is transient. We suggest that these cases be referred to as an acute gynecomastia syndrome. This syndrome also occurs independent of medication use. Thus, in an individual patient, whether it is medication induced often remains uncertain. The pathogenesis remains unknown.
Source: European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research