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What Causes Severe Joint Pain In Wrists And Shoulders While On Levofloxacin?
I was on 500 mg of leviquan for a kidney infection and after day 5 started experiencing joint pain. Took the entire dosage finishing up a week ago last Friday. I hurt so bad that I have a hard time with my wrists and shoulders and basically all over. Very concerned
Mon, 1 Jul 2019
Hello,
Unfortunately, sometimes, the use of Levofloxacin or Fluor-quinolones is associated with joint inflammation and pain. If the cause is really Levofloxacin, the pain will disappear from the 3rd day of taking the last dose.
If it will persist, should consult further with rheumatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Wish you fast recovery.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
Unfortunately, sometimes, the use of Levofloxacin or Fluor-quinolones is associated with joint inflammation and pain. If the cause is really Levofloxacin, the pain will disappear from the 3rd day of taking the last dose.
If it will persist, should consult further with rheumatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Wish you fast recovery.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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