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A 22-year-old woman comes to her primary care physician to evaluate palpitations, excessive sweating, and increased anxiety. The symptoms began four months ago. She consumes two cups of coffee per day. Past medical history is notable for asthma, for which she uses an albuterol inhaler. The patient does not use tobacco, alcohol, or recreational drugs. Her temperature is 37.3°C (99.1°F), pulse is 77/min, and blood pressure is 115/78 mmHg. Physical exam is notable for diffusely enlarged, symmetrical, and non-tender thyroid. The remainder of the head and neck exam is non-contributory. TSH receptor antibody levels are elevated. The patient is started on a medication that reduces the peripheral conversion of T₄ to T₃ and inhibits thyroid peroxidase function. Which of the following side effects is associated with this medication?

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Aspartate aminotransferase level of 180 U/L

Diffuse skin blistering and epidermal detachment

Subjective sensation of dry mouth

Resting heart rate of 52/min

Random plasma glucose of 250 mg/dL