adj. having a toxic effect on the organs of balance or hearing in the inner ear or on the vestibulocochlear nerve. Ototoxic drugs may be used in the treatment of *Ménière’s disease. —ototoxicity n.
Toxic damage to the structures of the inner ear. High doses of certain drugs (such as aminoglycoside antibiotics) may cause this type of ear damage, resulting in impaired hearing and balance.... ototoxicity
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