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Is there any otc or such treatment for gynecomastia other than surgery. there are many drugs circulating the internet claiming for such purpose. are any of such drug accurate.

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There are, not OTC: These medications are available by prescription and are called aromatase inhibitors. They are not FDA approved so their use is off label.

Answered 2/22/2015

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A member asked:

Is there any otc or such treatment for gynecomastia other than surgery. there are many drugs circulating the internet claiming for such purpose. are any of such drug accurate.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Maria Tulpan answered

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