A very useful group of broad-spectrum drugs whose popularity has declined because of numerous potential sie effects including: polyarthritis, keratoconjunctivitis or dry eye (especially in Doberman Pinschers), hematuria and photosensitivity is the _____________.

a. macrolides
b. sulfonamides
c. tetracyclines
d. fluroquinolones


Answer: b. sulfonamides

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