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What is the effect of administration of large doses of vitamin-K in a newborn?

A
Bulging of posterior fontanel
B
Hemolytic anemia
C
Convulsions
D
Hyperprothombinemia
High-Yield Explanation
Large doses of vitamin K causes hemolysis in G6PD deficiency and anemia, hyperbilirubinemia and kernicterus in newborn.

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