Which adverse effects may the patient commonly experience if taking the drug nilutamide? Se-lect all that apply
a. Hot flashes
b. Impotence
c. Nausea
d. Diarrhea
e. Hypertension
f. Hyperglycemia
ANS: A, B, C, E
Common adverse effects of nilutamide include hot flashes, impotence, impaired adaptation to darkness, nausea, and hypertension.
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