Rupture of multiple tendons after levofloxacin therapy

Joint Bone Spine. 2004 Nov;71(6):586-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2003.10.016.

Abstract

An 80-year-old man treated by levofloxacin developed multiple tendon ruptures. His symptoms resolved over 9 months after levofloxacin discontinuation. Nasal corticosteroid therapy, aging and chronic respiratory insufficiency were probably predisposing factors in this patient.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Levofloxacin*
  • Male
  • Ofloxacin / adverse effects*
  • Risk Factors
  • Rupture
  • Tendon Injuries / chemically induced*
  • Tendon Injuries / epidemiology

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Levofloxacin
  • Ofloxacin