Which antibiotics penetrate the kidneys? A pharmacological overview
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Over 60% of drug-induced acute kidney injury cases in hospitalized patients are caused by antibiotics, making it vital to know **which antibiotics penetrate the kidneys** effectively and safely for therapeutic success. The ability of a drug to achieve therapeutic concentrations in the kidneys depends on complex pharmacological principles, including elimination pathways, drug formulation, and potential for organ-specific toxicity.