A patient has been prescribed a once-daily aminoglycoside. What is the advantage of this method of administration?
A) It is associated with less hepatotoxicity.
B) It is significantly more cost-effective.
C) It reduces the risk of nephrotoxicity.
D) It increases adherence to treatment.
C
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The use of once-daily aminoglycoside dosing has replaced the common multiple daily dosing. The rationale for this dosing approach is a potential increase in efficacy with a reduced incidence of nephrotoxicity.
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