Dangerous Drugs - Levaquin

Levaqun is a member of the quinolone family of antibiotics. It is prescribed to treat bacterial infections affecting the lungs, urinary tract, and skin. It is available only by prescription and is manufactured by Ortho-Mcneil Pharmaceuticals. It was approved by the FDA for public use in 1996.

Since its introduction, Levaquin has been linked to peripheral neuropathy, a disorder that causes damage to the peripheral nervous system. Levaquin has also been linked to tendon ruptures. Ruptures commonly associated with Levaquin include tears of the Achilles tendon and the shoulder

In addition to the increased risk for tendon rupture and nervous system damage, Levaquin has been associated with abdominal pain, stomach pain, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, changes in sense of taste, severe joint and muscle pain, constipation, insomnia and anxiety.

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