Antibiotics can cause a range of toxic effects, including:
- Nephrotoxicity: Damage to the kidneys, commonly seen with aminoglycosides and vancomycin. - Hepatotoxicity: Liver damage, often associated with drugs like isoniazid and rifampin. - Neurotoxicity: Nervous system damage, which can occur with high doses of penicillins or fluoroquinolones. - Gastrointestinal Toxicity: Issues such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, frequent with antibiotics like clindamycin. - Allergic Reactions: From mild rashes to severe anaphylaxis, particularly with beta-lactam antibiotics.
