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Risperdal Associated With Male Breast Development

Of the known physical side effects associated with Risperdal, there is one of which that is especially troubling for men.  The condition is known as gynecomastia and it relates to the growth of breasts by men who have taken the drug.  The development of male breasts can be exceptionally frustrating and cause a great deal of distress.
Multiple suits have been filed against Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and a recent study Dr. Mahyar Etminan from the The University of British Columbia concluded that men who had used Risperdal or a variant of the drug had a 69% elevated risk of developing gynecomastia.  Also, patients using Risperdal had a significantly greater risk of developing gynecomastia, as opposed to those who had used an alternate means of medication.  Dr. Etminan was quoted as saying there, “is a strong association between the use of Risperdal and gynecomastia.

Risperdal Side Effects From USA

Risperdal is a very dangerous prescription drug.  It was used to treat any manner of psychological disorders and has since been at the center of attention for many class action law suits.  The side effects that the drug induced is long and rather varied, but here is a shortened list.  For the complete listing please follow the link to the National Institutes of Health website.
If you have experienced any of these side effects as a result of Risperdal use, contact The Roberts Law Firm today for more information at 636-530-9199.

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