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What are the most serious adverse effects of clindamycin?

I. Pseudomembranous colitis
II. Neutropenia
III. Hepatic dysfunction
  1. I only
  2. II only
  3. III only
  4. I, II and III are all potential serious adverse effects.
Explanation
Answer: D - Pseudomembranous colitis is a classic adverse effect of clindamycin use, and potentially the most serious. Neutropenia and hepatic dysfunction are also possible adverse effects.
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