Which of the following is an early sign of aminoglycoside-induced nephrotoxicity?
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Correct answer: Inability to concentrate urine and rise in serum creatinine
Nephrotoxicity usually manifests as non-oliguric renal failure. The first signs are often a decreased urine concentrating ability followed by a gradual increase in serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen (BUN).
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