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« on: July 12, 2008, 04:32:41 PM »

FDA issues warning on Cipro, similar antibiotics

July 8, 2008
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal drug safety officials have imposed the government's most urgent warning on Cipro and similar antibiotics, citing risks that they can cause tendon ruptures, a serious injury that leaves some patients incapacitated.

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday ordered makers of flouroquinolone drugs — a potent class of antibiotics — to add a 'black box' warning to their products, which include Cipro, Levaquin, Floxin and other medications.

Patients should immediately stop taking the medications if they develop any tendon pain, swelling or inflammation.

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« Reply #1 on: July 13, 2008, 11:27:57 PM »

Good Lord!  Cipro is one of best antibiotics for ear infections and lung congestion.
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