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Does Concerta Induce Gynecomastia?

I have gynecomastia I see some ADHD medications on TV that have been linked to it. I was on a dosage that was uped multiple times I was on the medication for about 5 years.. Once I got off the medication when I was an adult I was finally able to loose weight, but still have man boobs I do a bunch of push ups and bench but no results. The name of my medication was concerta right now I m investigating online.
Wed, 14 Sep 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Concerta contains 'methylphenidate', which is a central nervous system stimulant. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain.
Common side effects of Concerta include: sleeplessness, nausea, dryness in mouth and decreased appetite.
Other side effects include: anxiety, irritability and excessive sweating.
Enlargement of breasts is not a known side effect associated with intake of Concerta. It might have caused due to hormone imbalance associated with other reasons.
Kindly consult Endocrinologist for proper evaluation and appropriate management.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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Does Concerta Induce Gynecomastia?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Concerta contains methylphenidate , which is a central nervous system stimulant. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Common side effects of Concerta include: sleeplessness, nausea, dryness in mouth and decreased appetite. Other side effects include: anxiety, irritability and excessive sweating. Enlargement of breasts is not a known side effect associated with intake of Concerta. It might have caused due to hormone imbalance associated with other reasons. Kindly consult Endocrinologist for proper evaluation and appropriate management. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.