Question
The adverse effect of Foscarnet includes all except-
A. Hypercalcemia
B. Hyperkalemia
C. Hypocalcemia
D. Hypokalemia
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Ans. B. Hyperkalemia
Potential adverse effects of foscarnet include:-
* Renal impairment, hypo- or hypercalcemia, hypo- or hyperphosphatemia, hypokalemia, and hypomagnesemia.
* Penile ulceration associated with Foscarnet therapy may be due to a high level of ionized drug in the urine.
* Nausea, vomiting, anemia, the elevation of liver enzymes, and fatigue have been reported.
* The risk of anemia may be additive in patients receiving concurrent zidovudine.
* CNS toxicities include headache, hallucinations, and seizures.