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What are the side effects of levaquin (levofloxacin) for infection?
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Several- check PI: Side effects of Levofloxacin includes: potential for contracting c difficile associated diarrhea, achilles tendon rupture, and potentially, a prolonged qtc on an ekg, increasing the risk of torsades. The list of side effects is listed in the product insert, available at the product website or on the advertisement reverse side.
Answered 6/27/2014
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