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The most dangerous adverse reaction to the administration of methimazole is:

a. Hypothyroidism
b. Arthralgia
c. Jaundice
d. Agranulocytosis
e. Renal toxicity

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Answer: Agranulocytosis

Step-by-step explanation:

Methimazole is used to cure hyperthyroid and and there are many side effects of this medicines.

It is one of the most widely used anti-thyroid drugs. They are given for a longer period of time and there are many side effects of this medicine.

The adverse reaction that is seen in 0.1 to 0.5 % patients is agranulocytosis. In this condition severe leukopenia and neutrophils lowers down in number. Neutropenia also takes place in this condition.

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