Singer Bobby Caldwell's Life Devastated After Taking Antibiotic Levaquin, Highlights Dangers of Fluoroquinolones
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Legendary singer Bobby Caldwell suffered severe side effects after taking the antibiotic Levaquin, leaving him with nerve damage and ruptured Achilles tendons.
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The effects were devastating - he was left bed-bound and in constant, excruciating pain that pain medication could not alleviate.
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Fluoroquinolone antibiotics like Levaquin can cause collagen breakdown, resulting in tendon damage and neuropathy. Risks are higher for those over 60.
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Caldwell's wife feels these drugs are overprescribed, despite FDA warnings, and wants to raise awareness so others don't suffer like Bobby did.
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Dr. Ghalili nearly died after being prescribed Cipro - it caused him to lose limb control. He now works to help patients recover from fluoroquinolone side effects.