Drug induced gingival hyperplasia Questions

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  1. Millie23

    Millie23 New Member

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    Drug induced gingival hyperplasia

    My 9 year old Fauvergne is taking Amlodipine for extremely high blood pressure. It has caused her gums to swell to the point that her bottom set are disappearing below the gum line. Has anyone experienced this and what was the cure? My cardiac specialist vet has never seen it before although it is a definite link to the tablets. They are slowly reducing the dis (she is on a very high dose ) but there seem to be no alternative to bringing down her blood pressure .
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  3. CaroleC

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    Welcome to Breedia, Jack D.
    I am sorry to hear of the problems with your Fauve's blood pressure. I have never come across this problem before, so can't offer any advice. Have you tried approaching the health co-ordinater of your National B.F. breed club? (Your profile does not show which country you are from).
    Best wishes.

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