Why Are Both My Achilles Tendons Hurting While Taking Levaquin?

Posted on Mon, 14 May 2018

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Question : I am taking levaquin and both my achellies tentions are huriting quite a bit e-mail YYYY@YYYY

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possible drug related side effect

Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir

I can certainly understand your concern

I have worked through your attached query in detail

As per your description this discomfort in the region of Achilles tendon will due to the possible side effect of Levaquin 500 mg.

It's advisable to stop further intake of this antibiotic.

Post your further queries if any
Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T