How Does Levaquin Cause Tendon Damage?
Our Levaquin experts believe that the drug is toxic to tendon fibers and may decrease blood supply in the tendons. The FDA’s database has over 262 reported cases of tendon ruptures, 259 cases of tendonitis, and 274 cases of other tendon injuries, all involving the use of Levaquin or its generic version, levofloxacin. Many of the tendon injuries caused by Levaquin, including rupture of the Achilles tendon, require surgery to repair. Sutures are placed on the torn ends of the tendon, then are tied together to repair the tendon. Patients are frequently put in casts for four to eight weeks before regaining full mobility. These surgeries can cost around $12,000.
