A patient has been prescribed amphotericin B. Which side effects will the pharmacist monitor this patient for while receiving this medication? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

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Amphotericin B is known to cause phlebitis, fever and chills, and nephrotoxicity, which can be monitored by checking BUN and creatinine levels. Hepatotoxicity is not a common side effect of amphotericin B.

A Patient Has Been Prescribed Amphotericin B