What are the potential side effects of an antimicrobial agent when it interacts with the human body? (Select all that apply)

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Antimicrobial agents can have various side effects on the human body, including effects on the nervous system (such as seizures, dizziness, muscle weakness, and/or deafness), effects on the gastrointestinal system (such as discomfort and upset from the killing of residential enteric bacteria), and effects on the immune system (including Type I Hypersensitivity and allergic reactions). These side effects are due to the antimicrobial agents' interactions with the body's systems and the disruption of normal microbial flora. There is no direct evidence to suggest that antimicrobial agents commonly cause fractures or directly affect the adult skeletal system, making D an incorrect choice.

What Are the Potential Side Effects of an Antimicrobial Agent