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Liver failure can be a side effect of taking amiodarone, not kidney failure.
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b
Kidney failure
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Corneal deposits may be seen as a side effect of amiodarone. However, xanthelasma refers to lipid deposits around the eyelids and may occur in those with hyperlipidaemia.
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e
Xanthelasma
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Grey skin discolouration can be quite profound in patients who experience side effects of amiodarone.
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d
Purple skin discolouration
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Eczema is often associated with atopy and is not typically a side effect of amiodarone. Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) may arise, however.
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c
Eczema
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Hypothyroidism can develop as a result of taking amiodarone. Amiodarone can also cause hyperthyroidism. In both cases, a goitre may develop in patients.
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a
Hypothyroidism
Concept
Chapter
2693
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Side effects of amiodarone
Topic
133
Endocrinology
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A patient is being treated for supraventricular tachycardia with amiodarone. They notice they've developed a large lump in the front of their neck and attend their GP.

Which of the following is a side effect of amiodarone?
a