Gentamicin
Aminoglycoside antibiotic
Can affect hearing and balance, sometimes permanently. Monitoring may be needed.
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Tobramycin
Aminoglycoside antibiotic
Risk depends on dose, route, duration and kidney function. Ask about monitoring.
Amikacin
Aminoglycoside antibiotic
Can damage hearing; risk varies with treatment and individual susceptibility.
Cisplatin
Platinum chemotherapy
Can cause permanent hearing changes. Ask your oncology team about hearing monitoring.
Carboplatin
Platinum chemotherapy
May affect hearing, especially at higher doses. Discuss monitoring with your oncology team.
Furosemide (Lasix)
Loop diuretic
Hearing effects are more likely with rapid intravenous dosing, high doses or kidney problems.
Bumetanide (Bumex)
Loop diuretic
Hearing effects are possible; risk depends on dose and other medications.
Aspirin (salicylates)
Pain relief / antiplatelet
High doses can cause tinnitus or hearing changes, often reversible. Do not stop prescribed aspirin.
Quinine
Antimalarial
Can cause tinnitus and hearing changes. Discuss new symptoms with your prescriber.
Frequently asked
Can this diagnose hearing loss?
No. Uncalibrated devices, headphones and listening environments affect what you hear. An audiologist can measure hearing thresholds and investigate symptoms.
What if my hearing changed suddenly?
Sudden hearing loss needs urgent medical assessment. Do not wait for an online result. New one-sided symptoms, dizziness, pain or drainage also need medical advice.