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How Long Do The Side Effects Of Levaquin Persist?

I starting taking levquin last Sunday and my last pill was this past Thursday (total days on med was 7) I am having some side effects from taking levaquin this week. On day 2 sleepless nights, 3 headache and day 7 aches, pains & dizziness .... how long can side effects last or new ones occur after taking this drug?
Fri, 21 Oct 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Levaquin contains 'levofloxacin' is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic which is used to treat bacterial infections.
Levofloxacin is excreted largely as unchanged drug in the urine. The mean terminal plasma elimination half-life of levofloxacin ranges from approximately 6 to 8 hours following single. The drug and its metabolite should get cleared of the body by 72 hours.
In case you are experiencing symptoms even after a week, it would be better to get yourself evaluated by seeking medical attention promptly.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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How Long Do The Side Effects Of Levaquin Persist?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Levaquin contains levofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic which is used to treat bacterial infections. Levofloxacin is excreted largely as unchanged drug in the urine. The mean terminal plasma elimination half-life of levofloxacin ranges from approximately 6 to 8 hours following single. The drug and its metabolite should get cleared of the body by 72 hours. In case you are experiencing symptoms even after a week, it would be better to get yourself evaluated by seeking medical attention promptly. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.