Gynecomastia Treatment Pills: An Alternative Option To Surgery

Many people who have gynecomastia wish to resolve the condition without having surgery. For some people, it is possible to treat gynecomastia by addressing the cause at the right time. However, for other people, it is not that simple.

While looking for gynecomastia treatment over the internet, many people come across pills or tablets that claim to be effective. These pills can be primarily divided into two categories- the first is strong prescription-based pharmacological drugs that are available only by prescription and the other one are supplements made of compounds close to the pharmacological agents.

Today, you will learn more about these gynecomastia treatment pills and find out how effective they are. We will also discuss the legitimacy of these pills to determine if they are safe for use.

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Pharmaceutical Drugs

This class of drugs is generally prescribed for treating breast cancer in women. There are mainly two types of pharmaceutical drugs that can regulate estrogen production in the body.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)

Older men are unable to synthesize testosterone. Hence, they are more prone to develop saggy and droopy breasts. People who are unable to produce testosterone naturally can simply replace it with TRT. The hormone is administered artificially through oral pills, skin patches, gels, injections, or implants. People with confirmed low testosterone levels should consider TRT.

Danazol

This drug is produced synthetically. The medicine decreases the enlargement of man boobs by preventing estrogen synthesis by the testes. Moreover, it also inhibits the production of other hormones that instruct the sex organs to produce estrogen- Leutinizing Hormones and Follicle-Stimulating Hormone from the pituitary gland. It is available in the strength of 50 mg, 100mg, 200 mg.

Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)

This class of drugs curbs the synthesize of the estrogen process in the body. Ideally, estrogen attaches to the cells in the breast resulting in enlargement. After taking SERMs, the estrogen is unable to attach to the cell thereby, preventing the cells to receive estrogen’s signals to grow and multiply.

Clomiphene

Commonly prescribed by doctors to treat male infertility, this drug works by increasing the production of testosterone-stimulating hormones- LH and FSH. The Luteinizing Hormone encourages male hormone production hence, this reduces estrogen production. Therefore, the puffiness around the nipples is also reduced. However, there is no specific evidence that can show the effectiveness, dosage, and length of the course to follow for this medicine.

Tamoxifen

Tamoxifen is one medicine that can reduce gynecomastia effectively. People suffering from painful or severe gynecomastia can benefit from this medicine. However, it cannot reduce excessive tissue growth around the breast. The medicine has not been approved by the United States of Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) due to which its safety is still questionable. Also, doctors recommend this medicine to patients with early-stage breast cancer after surgery. This is available in two forms- pill as well as liquid.

Natural Supplements That Can Treat Gynecomastia

The supplements for treating gynecomastia work similarly to SERMs. Either they try to retain back the original balance of sex hormones in the body or burn out the chest fat. As the majority of gynecomastia cases are a result of increased breast tissue and chest fat. The core ingredients used to make these supplements include-

Scalreolides

This compound is found in plants such as Salvia sclarea, Salvia yosgadensis, etc. This naturally occurring product reduces adipose tissue by increasing fat synthesis. In addition to this, it also improves insulin metabolism.

Guggulsterone

This is processed from the gum of the Commiphora Mukul tree. The ingredient signals the thyroid to function properly that increases the burning of fat. It also encourages several steroid receptors.

Theobromine Cacao

Rich in anti-carcinogenic properties, it affects the moods and attention power of an individual. This is also anti-inflammatory in nature. Furthermore, it can also curb the production of bad cholesterol.

Side effects of Taking Selection Estrogen Receptor Modulator

People should take SERMs only after proper consultation with the doctor. This is so because there can be some side effects after taking this class of drugs that can become fatal.

Joint pain
Dizziness
Weakness, tingling, or numbness in the face, arm, or leg
Severe headache
Osteoporosis in which the bone density reduces
Pain in the chest
Swelling and tenderness of the legs
Pain or pressure in the pelvic region
Difficulty breathing
Problems in the vision

How To Prevent Gynecomastia?

A large percentage of gynecomastia cases develop due to certain medicines and reactions to certain chemicals. Hence, restricting the usage of such medicines and chemicals (present in marijuana, alcohol) can reduce the chances of gynecomastia. However, enlargement of male breasts that occur due to hormonal fluctuations because of age is inevitable.

Are pills effective for treating gynecomastia?

There are no drugs approved by the USFDA that can cure gynecomastia. Moreover, the effectiveness of these medicines is still unclear as these work as nutritional supplements and not a therapeutic agents. The results also take some time to fully become evident. People experience results by the end of the first or second month when they take these medicines regularly. Hence, one can try other options such as exercise along with a diet regime. Proper exercise and eating the right foods can enhance the effects of these drugs.

What To Do In Case Pills Do not Treat Gynecomastia?

In case the gynecomastia has reached severe stages, people should consider surgical options. Doctors mainly recommend two types of surgery for curing gynecomastia-

Liposuction- In liposuction, the surgeons remove the extra fat around the abdomen, chest, hip, thighs, arms. First, they make small incisions in the body part. Then, they break the stubborn fat cells with the help of heat from radiofrequency or laser. After this, through these incisions, they take out the burned fat with the help of a tube. The skin loosens up which needs to be toned and tightened.
Gland excision surgery- When there is excessive tissue growth in and around the nipples, the doctors remove it in this surgery. By marking the muscles around the breasts, they decide the extent of muscles that need to be removed for an enhanced body contour.

Pristyn Care offers both types of surgeries that help to get rid of gynecomastia. Our doctors also combine these two techniques for effective results and to carry out the surgery in a minimally invasive manner. Visit our website to know more about the surgical options available.