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What Are The Side Effects Of Levoflox?

I was suffering from low but rising fever. After 4/5 months of tests etc. now it is diagnosed as Bronhical TB. Rcinex600, Ethambutol 800, Pyzina 750 are the med. Now the u.acid went up to 10.60 and there is severe muscle spasm type pain over the back and front,particularly during sleep, besides knee pain. Now pyzina is to be replaced by levoflox 750 mg. At my age of 59 yrs, 152 cm. wt.61 kg. what r the side effects for taking these med. for 6 months. What are the dos or dont's. pl. help.
Tue, 26 Apr 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Anti tubercular drugs are having many side effects.
Common side effects are gastritis, vomiting, nausea, abdominal fullness, heaviness etc.
Specific side effects with each drug are as follows.
1. Levofloxacin can cause tendinitis, tendon rupture, QTc prolongation (arrhythmia), hypoglycemia etc.
2. Rifampicin and isoniazid cause drug induced hepatitis, neuropathy (due to folate and pyridoxine deficiency).
3. Ethambutol can cause optic neuritis, kidney damage etc.
So better to get done ecg, liver function test and Renal function test once every two monthly.
Avoid oily and spicy food. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep your self hydrated. Avoid junk food.
Take high protein diet like pulses, protein powder etc.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Are The Side Effects Of Levoflox?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Anti tubercular drugs are having many side effects. Common side effects are gastritis, vomiting, nausea, abdominal fullness, heaviness etc. Specific side effects with each drug are as follows. 1. Levofloxacin can cause tendinitis, tendon rupture, QTc prolongation (arrhythmia), hypoglycemia etc. 2. Rifampicin and isoniazid cause drug induced hepatitis, neuropathy (due to folate and pyridoxine deficiency). 3. Ethambutol can cause optic neuritis, kidney damage etc. So better to get done ecg, liver function test and Renal function test once every two monthly. Avoid oily and spicy food. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep your self hydrated. Avoid junk food. Take high protein diet like pulses, protein powder etc. Don t worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.