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Peripheral neuropathy associated with fluoroquinolones

Posted Tue, 03/03/2009 - 22:13 by FQHelp

OBJECTIVE: To survey cases of fluoroquinolone-associated adverse events that included peripheral nervous system (PNS) symptoms posted on Internet Web sites. METHODS: Cases were obtained with the assistance of members of Web sites formed by people sustaining fluoroquinolone-related events. Information obtained met the standards of MedWatch, and each reported case was assessed using the Naranjo probability scale.

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Levaquin Serious Side Effects

Posted Sat, 01/17/2009 - 22:16 by FQHelp

Levaquin or Cravit (Levofloxacin)

Levofloxacin, marketed as Levaquin or Cravit, is a third generation quinolone antibiotic. It was approved by the FDA on 1996, making it one of the newest quinolone antibiotics.

It is very effective against infections caused by Gram Positive and Gram Negative bacteria, but at what cost? Levaquin has been associated with serious side effects, that can be both debilitating and long term.

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Commonly Prescribed Quinolones

Posted Wed, 01/14/2009 - 22:09 by FQHelp

There are many different available types of quinolones in the market. Among those, the most commonly prescribed quinolones include:

  • Ciprofloxacin (Cipro, Ciprobay, Ciproxin)
  • Levofloxacin (Levaquin, Cravit)
  • Moxifloxacin (Avelox, Vigamox)
  • Ofloxacin (Floxin, Oxaldin, Tarivid)
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Introduction to Fluoroquinolones

Posted Wed, 01/14/2009 - 21:42 by FQHelp

Fluoroquinolones are a powerful group of antibiotics that have been linked to serious, and long-term side effects in many patients.

Such side effects include Severe Tendon Damage, Brain Damage, Irreversible Peripheral Neuropathy, etc.

It is interesting to note that these side effects may occur long after the drug has been last taken. In some cases, side effects became noticeable many months after finishing the course of quinolones.

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