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The common toxic and side effects of each type of antibiotics
| Type | Adverse events |
|---|---|
| Penicillins | Pain and allergic reactions |
| Cephalosporins | Allergic reactions |
| Macrolides | Gastrointestinal side effects, temporary auditory impairment and cardiotoxicity |
| Tetracyclines | Gastrointestinal side effects and nephrotoxicity |
| Polymyxins | Nephrotoxicity, allergic reactions and neurotoxicity |
