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Question: I have taken Levofloxacin 750 mg for 2 weeks and after 2 months I am still having bad pains in my joins. Will this go away?
Brief Answer:
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thanks for sending the question.
This would be unusual that this antibiotic is contributing to long term joint problems. Typically the concern is while taking the medication and the main concern is that it can contribute to rupture of tendons.
I would tend to think that your current issues may be related to underlying arthritis. You should probably talk about this with your primary care doctor and discuss potential medication options or possibly visiting with a rheumatologist who specializes in joint problems.
Thanks again for sending the question.
Dr. Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thanks for sending the question.
This would be unusual that this antibiotic is contributing to long term joint problems. Typically the concern is while taking the medication and the main concern is that it can contribute to rupture of tendons.
I would tend to think that your current issues may be related to underlying arthritis. You should probably talk about this with your primary care doctor and discuss potential medication options or possibly visiting with a rheumatologist who specializes in joint problems.
Thanks again for sending the question.
Dr. Galamaga
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