For what reason does adefovir dipivoxil have a black box warning?

a. It induces type 2 diabetes mellitus.
b. It increases the severity of hepatitis B symptoms.
c. It is highly toxic to both the liver and the kidneys.
d. It has a high likelihood of increasing the risk for birth defects and fetal damage.


ANS: C

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