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What over-the-counter or prescription medications can be used to allieviate akathesia symptoms which were caused from long term levaquin (levofloxacin) use ?
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Akathesia: Seen more commonly with some psychiatric medication. Benedryl often helpful. If you are having a drug reaction should seek out medical attention.
Answered 11/18/2012
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