Levofloxacin Vial Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Difficulty Sleeping
• Dizziness
• Headache

INFREQUENT side effects

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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

• An Infection Due To The Fungus Candida
• Drowsiness
• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Nervousness
• Stomach Cramps
• Taste Impairment
• Trouble Breathing
• Vomiting

RARE side effects

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If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

• A Condition With Muscle Tissue Breakdown Called Rhabdomyolysis
• A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
• A Painful Condition That Affects The Nerves In The Legs And Arms Called Peripheral Neuropathy
• A Serum Sickness Reaction
• A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
• A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
• A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
• A Skin Rash
• A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
• A Type Of Blood Disorder Where The Red Blood Cells Burst Called Hemolytic Anemia
• A Type Of Blood Disorder With A Decrease In All Types Of Blood Cells Called Pancytopenia
• A Type Of Brain Function Problem Called Encephalopathy
• A Type Of Kidney Inflammation Called Interstitial Nephritis
• A Type Of Muscle Paralysis Due To Blocked Nerve Function Called Neuromuscular Blockade
• A Type Of Skin Disorder Called Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis
• A Yellowing Of The Eyes Or Skin From Buildup Of Bilirubin Called Jaundice
• Abnormal Heart Rhythm
• Abnormal Liver Function Tests
• Acute Kidney Failure
• Acute Liver Failure
• An Abnormal Increase In Muscle Tone
• Aneurysm Of Aorta
• Diarrhea From An Infection With Clostridium Difficile Bacteria
• Dissection Of Artery
• Dissection Of The Aorta
• Drug Or Chemical-Induced Sensitivity To Sunlight
• Erythema Multiforme, A Type Of Allergic Skin Reaction
• Excessive Diarrhea
• Hallucinations
• Hearing Loss
• Heart Valve Regurgitation
• High Levels Of Potassium In The Blood
• High Pressure Within The Skull
• Inflammation In The Lungs Due To An Allergic Reaction
• Inflammation Of A Tendon
• Inflammation Of The Blood Vessels
• Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
• Inflammation Of The Liver With Stoppage Of Bile Flow
• Inflammation Of The Uvea Of The Eye
• Inflammation Of The Vein, Or Phlebitis After Infusion
• Low Blood Counts Due To Bone Marrow Failure
• Low Blood Sugar
• Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
• Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
• Multiple Organ Failure
• Pancreatitis
• Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
• Pseudotumor Cerebri, A Condition With High Fluid Pressure In The Brain
• Rupture Of A Tendon
• Rupture Of A Tendon In The Shoulder Area
• Rupture Of Tendons That Extend The Hand And Wrist
• Rupture Of Tendons That Flex The Hand And Wrist
• Rupture Of The Tendon In The Back Of The Heel
• Seizures
• Suicidal Thoughts
• Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, A Type Of Blood Disorder
• Torsades De Pointes, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

• A Change In The Ability To Pay Attention
• A Change In Vision
• A Distorted Sense Of Smell Called Parosmia
• A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
• A Painful, Red Or Swollen Tongue
• A Type Of Stomach Irritation Called Gastritis
• Abnormal Manner Of Walking
• Abnormal Sensations Of The Skin
• Agitation
• Anemia
• Anxious Feelings
• Arthritis
• Blind Spot In The Eye
• Chest Pain
• Confusion
• Decreased Appetite
• Decreased Blood Platelets
• Delirium
• Depression
• Double Vision
• Erythema Or Redness Of Skin Or Mucous Membrane
• Fainting
• Fast Heartbeat
• Fever
• Gas
• Generalized Weakness
• Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
• High Blood Sugar
• Hives
• Hyperactive Behavior
• Inflammation Of The Lining Of The Stomach And Intestines
• Inflammation Or Infection Of The Vagina
• Itching
• Joint Pain
• Memory Loss
• Muscle Pain
• Muscle Tremors
• Muscle Weakness
• Nightmares
• No Sense Of Smell
• Nosebleed
• Numbness
• Paranoia
• Ringing In The Ears
• Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
• Stomatitis, A Condition With Painful Swelling And Sores Inside The Mouth
• The Appearance Of Crystals In The Urine
• Toxic Psychosis
• Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
• Widening Of Blood Vessels