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Invega is a popular antipsychotic drug. It works remarkably well to help balance out the thought patterns of those suffering from bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADD/ADHD, and many other disorders. It has been prescribed millions of times, and has helped a great number of people. This drug, however, was marketed as though it were entirely safe. The fact is that it causes an increase in the levels of prolactin in the body: which could have drastic effects. What is Prolactin? Prolactin is a naturally occurring hormone. The problem occurs when the levels of prolactin increase dramatically; especially in men. This hormone is found in elevated levels in pregnant women and nursing mothers. It causes the breast to grow , and it causes the mammary glands to start producing milk. This is great for a young mother that is trying to nurse her child. It is devastating for a young man trying to fit in with his peers. Prolactin Leads to Gynecomastia Taking Invega, or its precursor Risperdal, increases the levels of prolactin. Increased levels of prolactin can cause gynecomastia, or breast growth in males. These drugs tend to cause weight gain. This weight gain can hide the fact that the young man is growing breasts until it is too late. The weight can drop off, but the breasts tend to remain; even after stopping the medication. The only way to remove the breasts is to have them surgically removed; a process that causes permanent scarring. Young men that suffer from mental illness are already teased and taunted. If they try to correct that mental illness, they now suffer from breast growth. This breast growth causes more teasing and taunting. Taking a drug that is supposed to “heal” them ends up causing severe emotional damage. In a time when they should be playing with their iPhone , or starting a new business , they end up in therapy or worse. If you have used Invega, and you have suffered from gynecomastia, you need to speak with a dangerous drug attorney right away. You may be able to collect compensation for medical expenses and other damages.
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