Torn Achilles Tendon - Levaquin Attorney and Court Guide
Levaquin is a broad-spectrum quinolone antibiotic, meaning it is effective against a wide range of disease-causing bacteria. Levaquin is used to treat lung, sinus, skin and urinary tract infections that are caused by bacteria, but it does not kill viruses that may also infect the lungs and sinuses, such as the common cold.
Levaquin comes in 250 mg tablets (terra cotta pink), 500 mg tablets (peach colored), and 750 mg tablets (white). An oral solution is also available in either clear yellow or a clear greenish-yellow.
More specifically, Levaquin is used to treat adults with the following:
1. Respiratory Infections, including acute bacterial sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis and pneumonia (hospital-acquired (nosocomial) and community-acquired);
2. Skin Infections, both complicated and uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections;
3. Kidney & Urinary Tract Infections, including chronic bacterial prostatitis, complicated urinary tract infections, acute pyelonephritis and uncomplicated urinary tract infections.
Levaquin side effects have been reported by the FDA. Side effects include torn achilles tendon and ruptures, as well as tendon ruptures in the biceps, shoulder, hand and thumb. The FDA has advised people taking Levaquin to discontinue use at the first sign of pain.
Our team of Levaquin Lawyers work with individuals and families of those who have been injured or suffered side effects associated with Levaquin. This drug has affected people across the country. It has not been recalled, so there are people still being prescribed this medication.
We believe the manufacturer, Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceuticals, should be held accountable for any harm that they have caused, and that people who have suffered injuries from taking Levaquin should be treated fairly and compensated for their losses (whether it be medical bills, lost wages, loss of quality of life and independence, or pain and suffering).
If you or a loved one has suffered from Levaquin side effects, you may have a claim. We have Levaquin Attorneys dedicated to serve you.
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