A patient taking high-dose Furosemide along with an aminoglycoside antibiotic is at a significantly increased risk for which toxicity?
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Correct answer: Ototoxicity
Both loop diuretics and aminoglycosides can cause damage to the hair cells in the cochlea. When used together, their ototoxic effects are synergistic, potentially leading to permanent hearing loss.
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