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A side effect of an antithyroid drug is______________?

Correct answer: A. Hypothyroidism

  • A. Hypothyroidism
  • B. Obesity
  • C. Hypotension
  • D. Tremors

Explanation

Excessive suppression of thyroid hormone synthesis by antithyroid drugs can produce hypothyroidism, often with weight gain and other low-metabolic features. Tremor is more typical of hyperthyroidism, while hypotension is not the characteristic adverse effect.

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