Gentamicin monitoring — GPhC CRA MCQ
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Correct answer: A — Renal function and gentamicin concentrations
Gentamicin has a narrow therapeutic index and can cause nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity. Renal function affects dosing, and therapeutic drug monitoring is required. Furosemide may add ototoxic or renal risk in some settings. The other monitoring sets do not address aminoglycoside safety.
Reference: BNF