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Which organ is most affected by nephrotoxic drugs?
Pharmacy Pharmacology D. Pharma General Pharmacology
Q. 24 of Quiz-2138 (Que-ID : 4930)
Which organ is most affected by nephrotoxic drugs?
- Liver
- Heart
- Kidneys
- Lungs
Ans → (c)Kidneys
Explanation → Nephrotoxic drugs primarily damage the kidneys.
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