Phototoxicity is the side effect of_____________?
Correct answer: B. Demeclocycline
- A. Penicillin
- B. Demeclocycline
- C. Erythormycin
- D. Streptomycin
Explanation
Demeclocycline, a tetracycline, can cause photosensitivity because the drug absorbs ultraviolet light and promotes photochemical skin injury. This adverse effect is not characteristic of penicillin, erythromycin or streptomycin.
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