When comparing the histamine-2 antagonists to each other the nurse recognizes that cimetidine (Tagamet) is more likely to cause which adverse effect?
A) Dizziness
B) Headache
C) Gynecomastia
D) Somnolence
C
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Cimetidine was the first drug in this class to be developed. It has been associated with antiandrogenic effects, including gynecomastia and galactorrhea. Dizziness, headache, and somnolence are associated with all histamine-2 antagonists.
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