Dangerous Drugs

FDA Updates Warning Label for Fluoroquinolones

Doctors have known about the serious side effects associated with Fluoroquinolones like Cipro, including tendon ruptures and neurological issues, for a number of years. In response, prescriptions have tapered off, except in the most extreme instances. In early July, the FDA announced a label update to this drug class of antibiotics. Encompassing levofloxacin (Levaquin), ciprofloxacin...