What is Levaquin and why is it prescribed?

Levaquin is a powerful antibiotic, available by prescription only since 1996. Levaquin, which comes in pill and injection form, typically was marketed as an antibiotic of last resort for bacterial infections of the sinuses, skin, lungs( for pneumonia), ears, bones and joints.

What is the defect?

Levaquin is linked to rupture of the Achilles tendon in the ankle, rotator cuff in the shoulder and tendons in the wrist, bicep, and hand. The risk of injury is greater in patients over the age of 60 or patients already taking a corticosteroid.

What are the adverse symptoms caused by Levaquin?

Some of the symptoms associated with Levaquin use include pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints, or tendon rupture or tears.

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