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DRUG LIABILITY - LEVAQUIN

Levaquin

Levaquin and its generic version, Levofloxacin, is an antibiotic often used to treat bacterial infections associated with pneumonia, kidney infection, chronic bronchitis, urinary tract infection, respiratory track, skin infection and sinuses. It has been reported, however, that adverse side effects caused by Levaquin may include: tendonitis and rupture of the Achilles tendon, rotator cuff, and other tendons. These injuries may be noted by swelling, bruising and pain at the site.

Originally, in 2006, Public Citizen and the Illinois Attorney General requested that the FDA make mandatory changes to the Levaquin label and warn of these potential harmful effects. However, changes to the Levaquin label did not occur until July 8, 2008, when the FDA finally issued a "black box warning," the most severe notification of caution appearing on a pharmaceutical label. The black box warning notified health care professionals of the importance of distributing a medication guide when dispensing Levaquin and required the manufacturer, Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceuticals, to include a “guidebook” to warn patients about the potential severe side effects.

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If you have taken Levaquin and believe you have suffered injuries because of it, please fill out a free case evaluation form or contact us today at 1-800-955-0815 to speak with an experienced Levaquin lawyer.

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