Levaquin Tendon Pain Can Be Very Painful And Debilitating In Some Cases
Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been analyzing claims from the scientific and legal communities about serious Cipro side effects that can drastically reduce patient quality of life. Prescribed by doctors to treat various infections in the body, the medicine is an antibacterial drug known more generically as levofloxacin. The drug works by destroying the bacteria's ability to split, or duplicate, so the bacteria cannot spread, allowing the body's natural defense mechanisms to fight the infection. Adverse symptoms are very similar to those of other quinolones, which appear to cause mild-to-severe problems in tendons and the peripheral nervous system. The FDA, doctors, and lawyers are all now warning patients to be on the lookout for some early symptoms, which can resemble the flu, or even the disease that the drug is meant to be fighting off. Lesser signs look so much like a regular cold or flu that many patients do not think there is any real problem, and that they just need to wait it out. Here are some examples: - Restlessness, anxiousness, and depression
- Sleep problems from insomnia or nightmares
Some have reported experiencing these complications just 48 hours after taking their dose of medicine. However, these are just the tip of the iceberg. Unfortunately, some victims succumb to much more painful maladies and ailments, which can potentially cause lifelong problems, or confinement to a wheelchair. The problem seems to center on nerves and tendons within the body, such as the Achilles tendon. Here is a short list of more acute complications to watch out for: - Achilles tendon tenderness, pain, or rupture
- Burning or painful thumbs
- Sore rotator cuffs (shoulders)
Doctors warn that patients may experience painful symptoms, even if they are not allergic to any other antibacterial drug. In fact, all the levofloxacin drugs carry a high risk of debilitating problems, including Noroxin, Avelox, Levaquin, Floxin, and Maxaquin. Some have also had specific Noroxin side effects , developing hypothyroidism, a troubling condition that can lead to depression and fatigue, among some other worrying problems. Doctors also suggest being aware of potentially dangerous drug and chemical interactions. Negative reactions are often magnified by some common prescription drugs on the marketplace, as well as herbal supplements, and even caffeine. Some patients have experienced extreme caffeine overdoses, for example. If you are currently taking any of the levofloxacin drugs, and feel that you may be experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, seek immediate medical attention. Failure to get an early diagnosis will only make matters worse. Mild problems can quickly turn into painful, life-long problems very quickly. If you are diagnosed with any of these problems, call a lawyer immediately. They will help you obtain any recompense you may be owed under the law.
|