A patient must practice good oral hygiene when taking medications that increase gingival hyperplasia, such as phenytoin. Which of the following drugs also increases gingival hyperplasia?
Cyclosporine
Explanation
•Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressant used to prevent rejection in organ transplants.
•Cyclosporine reduces the activity of T cells and their immune response.
•Allopurinol, atenolol, and acarbose do not cause gingival hyperplasia.