Levaquin (generic: levofloxacin), a prescription drug in a class of antibiotics called fluroquinolone has been linked to a variety of serious, life-altering injuries including, tendon damage and ruptures in the Achilles tendon, the rotator cuff (shoulder), the biceps, the hand and the thumb.
Levaquin Lawsuit Update: The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) required Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., the manufacturers of Levaquin to add a “black box warning” to the drug warning of the increased risk tendon ruptures that could leave patients incapacitated and needing extensive surgery.
If you or a loved one have taken Levaquin and subsequently suffered from a tendon rupture or related Levaquin side effect, you should contact our Levaquin lawyers immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and our lawyers can help.
Sings & Symptoms of a Levaquin Induced Tendon Rupture
The tendon most frequently associated to the Levaquin induced ruptures is the Achilles tendon, however Levaquin has also been linked to tendon ruptures in the rotator cuff (shoulder), the biceps, the hand, and the thumb. Below is a brief list of symptoms often associated with an Achilles tendon rupture:
- sudden and severe pain
- swelling and bruising
- difficulty walking
Signs & Symptoms of Levaquin Induced Tendonitis
Symptoms of tendonitis that are produced near a joint aggravated by movement include the following:
- Pain
- Tenderness
- Mild swelling, in some cases
How to File a Levaquin Lawsuit
Our Levaquin law firm is committed to the passionate representation of the victims of Levaquin induced injuries in all 50 states.
Again, if you or a loved one have taken Levaquin and subsequently suffered from a tendon rupture or related Levaquin side effect, you should contact our Levaquin lawyers immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and our lawyers can help.
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