Achilles Tendon Surgery - Levaquin Litigation - Judicial Court Directory
Complications from taking Levaquin can include Achilles tendon rupture, tendonitis, and result in Achilles Tendon Surgery. For older patients usually over 60 years of age, patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and patients with kidney, heart, or lung transplants, the risk of tendonitis or tendon rupture is increased. If you develop any pain, swelling, or rupture of a tendon, stop taking Levaquin and contact your doctor right away.
On July 8, 2008, The FDA ordered the manufacturer of Levaquin, Ortho McNeil, to place a black box warning on the drug. A black box warning (also referred to as a black label warning or boxed warning) is the strongest warning available for prescription drugs. Such a warning means that the drug carries significant risk.
Levaquin has not been recalled. The FDA has also ordered Ortho McNeil to provide a guidebook to patients with information about the possible side effects associated with Levaquin. If you or a loved on has experienced Levaquin complications you may have a claim against the manufacturer. Please contact us today for a free consultation.
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