Which of the following drugs is associated with discoloration of the skin, photosensitivity, thyroid dysfunction, and pulmonary complications?

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The drug that is associated with discoloration of the skin, photosensitivity, thyroid dysfunction, and pulmonary complications is amiodarone. Amiodarone, an anti-arrhythmic, is a large, insoluble molecule that deposits in the skin (and the cornea) and causes photosensitivity. It contains two iodine atoms, which may be responsible for binding to thyroid receptors.

Which of the Following Drugs Is Associated with Discoloration of the Skin