Which of the following drugs can be given safely to a patient with renal disease ?

Correct answer: D. Diazepam

  • A. Phenacetin
  • B. Tetracycline
  • C. Aminoglycoside
  • D. Diazepam

Explanation

Diazepam is primarily metabolized by the liver and is comparatively safer in renal disease than phenacetin, tetracycline, or aminoglycosides. The latter drugs can cause or worsen renal toxicity or accumulate when renal clearance is reduced.

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