In July 2008, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) placed a black box warning on the antibiotic drug Levaquin. The drug has been known to cause tendon tears, tendon ruptures and tendonitis. All of these injuries can result in permanent tendon damage. Unfortunately, the FDA's warning came too late for many people who were prescribed Levaquin to treat a wide range of infections.
If you or a loved one suffered from a ruptured Achilles tendon, biceps or another tendon while taking Levaquin, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our attorneys at Weinstein Law to learn about your options.
Many victims of Levaquin-related tendon ruptures have suffered through corrective surgeries and rehabilitation; some will never completely recover from these devastating injuries.
Levaquin Side Effects: Tendon Ruptures and Tears
Levaquin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that stops the growth of bacteria. It is commonly prescribed for a number of infections of the lungs, including pneumonia, bronchitis, as well as infections of the skin and urinary tract. Our law firm is currently seeking people who have sustained a tendon rupture or tear within 90 days of taking Levaquin, with no significant trauma or existing injury. We are also accepting cases where someone taking Levaquin developed tendonitis, requiring surgery and/or resulting in disability.
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Our lawyers serve clients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, East Texas and North Texas from our seven convenient office locations. Call 800-LONGHORN or e-mail us to learn more about filing a lawsuit following a tendon rupture while taking Levaquin. We will not charge a fee unless we help you obtain money damages.
