Which of the following categories of drugs are known to be ototoxic? Select all that apply
a. Aminoglycosides
b. Loop diuretics
c. Potassium-sparing diuretics
d. Antimalarials
e. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
ANS: A, B, D, E
The categories of drugs known to be ototoxic include the aminoglycosides and other antibiotics, loop diuretics, antimalarial drugs, NSAIDs, and some antineoplastic drugs.
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