Quinolone Drug

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Dosage, presence of infection and the severity of adverse reaction

Posted Tue, 02/17/2009 - 10:37 by FQHelp

From my research, there is a definite correlation between the dosage and severity of adverse reactions.

First of all, the most important factor is dosage PER DAY. Someone who takes 750mg/day of Levaquin for 1 week, is far more likely to suffer a more severe adverse reaction than someone who takes 250mg/day of Levaquin for 3 weeks. As the dosage per day increases, the danger of suffering a serious reaction exponentially rises.

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Levaquin and Cipro Detoxification

Posted Fri, 02/13/2009 - 18:53 by FQHelp

Many people have been asking if it is possible to detox from a quinolone reaction from Levaquin, Cipro, and other reactions.

The short answer is: Not really, "detoxifying" and "chelation" does not truly exist for those who are suffereing from adverse reactions.

Many detoxification routines are unsafe, and for those who are suffering from quinolone toxicity, it may even make your symptoms worse. Moreover, it is completely unknown if the quinolones remain in your system long after the last dose.

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Higher incidence of adverse reactions and side effects from levofloxacin (Levaquin)

Posted Thu, 01/22/2009 - 20:38 by FQHelp

Is Levofloxacin (Levaquin) more toxic than other quinolones?

Levofloxacin, a modified form of ofloxacin, is one of the most potent quinolones (about twice as potent as ofloxacin). Therefore, does levofloxacin exhibit a higher level of toxicity and rate of adverse reactions when compared to other fluoroquinolones?

 

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Adverse Effects Hypothesis: Mechanism of Toxicity

Posted Mon, 01/19/2009 - 18:43 by FQHelp

Through extensive analysis of reports on the internet regarding quinolone toxicity (more specifically that from Levaquin and Cipro), it seems that many side effects are usually either ones that are quite severe and happen immediately after the first dose, or delayed and occur days or weeks after the first dose. Below, a possible hypothesis to why this occurs is presented.

 

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Important articles regarding the side effects of quinolones

Posted Sun, 01/18/2009 - 21:55 by FQHelp

There are many articles that demonstrate the toxicity and risks of quinolones. Nevertheless, many doctors still believe that quinolones are a perfectly safe antibiotic, and may even prescribe them as first-line treatments for minor infections.

Even if you seek medical help for your serious side effects, very few doctors will actually believe you. Next time you visit another doctor, it would be a good idea to let them have a look at these reports below.

 

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Fluoroquinolone Adverse Reaction Reporting Form

Posted Sat, 01/17/2009 - 22:31 by FQHelp

Report your adverse reaction to any quinolone drugs here. For example, side effects of Levaquin, Cipro, can all be reported here. Please include as much detail and information as possible.

Data collected will help our research towards this cause and assist our efforts in raising awarenes of this issue, and all information will be kept anonymous (unless otherwise requested).

By sharing your experience with us, you will be helping others in our community.

 

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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