Levaquin - Antibiotic Linked to Tendon Problems and Rupture
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Levaquin is prescribed to treat bacterial infections. The FDA has identified tendon ruptures and tendonitis, among others, as serious potential side effects of Levaquin.
If have taken Levaquin and now experience problems in your ankles, shoulders, or hands, if you hear a popping sound when joints move, or if you have ruptured a tendon, please contact our law firm now at 800-529-5072. A fast and free case review is the place to start.
In April of 2008 the FDA published Approved Patient Labeling for Levaquin which included the statement below.
"Pain, swelling, and tears of Achilles, shoulder, or hand tendons have been reported in patients receiving fluoroquinolones, including LEVAQUIN®. The risk for tendon effects is higher if you are over 65 years old, and especially if you are taking corticosteroids. If you develop pain, swelling, or rupture of a tendon, you should stop taking LEVAQUIN®, avoid exercise and strenuous use of the affected area, and contact your healthcare professional." Source: www.fda.gov/medwatch/safety/2008/Apr_PI/Levaquin_PPI.pdf
In another document published by the FDA, called a black box warning, it was noted that tendon rupture and tendonitis were possible side effects of Levaquin. Below is a sample from that document.
Source: www.fda.gov/cder/foi/label/2008/021721s020_020635s57_020634s52_lbl.pdf
If you have taken Levaquin and experienced problems such as; Joint pain, popping sounds when moving joints, tendon rupture, swelling or bruising around joints, then contact The Law Offices of Robert Davis today for a free legal case review at 800-529-5072 or complete the easy form located on this page.