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Medicines That Cause Hearing Loss

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Overview

Medicines that damage the ear and cause hearing loss are known as ototoxic medicines. They are a common cause of hearing loss, especially in older adults who have to take medicine on a regular basis.

Hearing loss caused by these types of medicine tends to happen quickly. The first symptoms usually are ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and vertigo. Hearing usually returns to normal after you stop taking the medicine. But some medicines can cause permanent hearing loss even if you stop taking them.

Commonly used medicines that may cause hearing loss include:

Hearing-related side effects are more likely when you take two or more of these medicines at the same time.


Credits for Medicines That Cause Hearing Loss

Current as of: September 27, 2023

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