Avelox Oral Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • diarrhea
  • stomach cramps
  • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • abnormal liver function tests
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • indigestion
  • constipation
  • fever
  • taste impairment
  • vomiting
  • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria
  • low blood sugar
  • a type of blood disorder with a decrease in all types of blood cells called pancytopenia
  • low blood counts due to bone marrow failure
  • anemia
  • decreased blood platelets
  • very low levels of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell
  • low levels of white blood cells
  • increased eosinophils in the blood
  • mental problems from taking the drug
  • suicidal thoughts
  • a disorder of the peripheral nerves that enable movement called peripheral motor neuropathy
  • a type of muscle paralysis due to blocked nerve function called neuromuscular blockade
  • vision loss
  • hearing loss
  • heart valve regurgitation
  • abnormal heart electrical signals
  • rapid ventricular heartbeat
  • torsades de pointes, a type of abnormal heart rhythm
  • atrial fibrillation
  • prolonged QT interval on EKG
  • thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, a type of blood disorder
  • low blood pressure
  • vocal cord swelling
  • asthma
  • inflammation in the lungs due to an allergic reaction
  • liver tissue death
  • acute liver failure
  • inflammation of the liver called hepatitis
  • a blockage of the bile duct that resulting in high bilirubin levels
  • a type of kidney inflammation called interstitial nephritis
  • acute kidney failure
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • inflammation of a tendon
  • 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
  • a condition with muscle tissue breakdown called rhabdomyolysis
  • hallucinations
  • seizures
  • fluid retention in the legs, feet, arms or hands
  • excessive diarrhea
  • a significant type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema
  • a hypersensitivity reaction to a drug
  • a serum sickness reaction
  • inflammation of the liver with stoppage of bile flow
  • high pressure within the skull
  • dissection of the aorta
  • fast heartbeat
  • dissection of artery
  • aneurysm of aorta
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • an infection due to the fungus Candida
  • excessive fat in the blood
  • a change in vision
  • ringing in the ears
  • high blood pressure
  • dry mouth
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • a type of stomach irritation called gastritis
  • increased sensitivity of the skin to the sun
  • itching
  • hives
  • backache
  • drowsiness
  • sensation of spinning or whirling
  • difficulty sleeping
  • excessive sweating
  • pain
  • muscle tremors
  • abnormal manner of walking
  • loss of muscle coordination
  • a skin rash
  • visible water retention
  • decreased appetite
  • heart throbbing or pounding
  • trouble breathing
  • gas
  • abdominal bloating
  • high amount of uric acid in the blood
  • nervousness
  • generalized weakness
  • a feeling of general discomfort called malaise
  • anxious feelings
  • peripheral sensory nerve disorder
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