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Home Page >> Hot Issues >> Levaquin Levaquin linked to Ruptured TendonsLevaquin (levofloxacin) is a member of a class of drugs known as quinolones, which are prescribed to fight bacterial infections. Recently complaints by users have lead the FDA to put a "black box" warning on the drug to increase awareness of its link to Tendon Ruptures and Tendonitits.
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Levaquin suspect in causing Tendon Ruptures The FDA warning states: "Ruptures of the shoulder, hand, Achilles tendon, or other tendons that required surgical repair or resulted in prolonged disability have been reported in patients receiving quinolones, including levofloxacin. Post-marketing surveillance reports indicate that this risk may be increased in patients receiving concomitant corticosteroids, especially the elderly. Levofloxacin should be discontinued if the patient experiences pain, inflammation, or rupture of a tendon. Patients should rest and refrain from exercise until the diagnosis of tendonitis or tendon rupture has been confidently excluded. Tendon rupture can occur during or after therapy with quinolones, including levofloxacin."Levaquin Ruptured Tendon Legal HelpIf you or a family member have used Levaquin and have suffered a ruptured tendon or tendonitis, you may be entitled to compensation. Please click the link below to send your complaint to a lawyer who will review your claim at no cost or obligation.Posted on Nov-25-04 Updated on Sep-1-08 |
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Fairview, KS: For the past five years Alice has suffered from bronchitis and breathing problems; she was prescribed numerous antibiotics but nothing worked until her doctor gave her Levaquin, that he referred to as "the big gun." [ 
Elkhart, IN: In April 2001 Lilly's doctor prescribed Levaquin for a bone infection and said she would have to stay on it for the rest of her life. Fortunately, Lilly saw a specialist who told her to stop taking it, immediately. Lilly believes that if she had stayed on Levaquin she would be in a wheelchair today. [ 
Titusville, NJ: The problem with a drug prescribed for one malady, yet having a serious side effect impacting a totally different part of the body, is the surprise with which the occurrence often happens. Such is the case with Levaquin, an antibiotic used to treat infections—and its relationship to tendonitis and ruptured tendons. [ © 2001-2008 Online Legal Marketing. All rights reserved.
