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I was prescribed Avelox for a sinus infection. After taking one ...

Posted at 7: 0 PM on Mar 06, 2008 by kanthony, #27780
I was prescribed Avelox for a sinus infection. After taking one pill, I woke up that night with my heart racing and from that through myself into a panic attack. I was at the Doctors office today for an EKG (came back normal). I was told to never take this drug again. Now almost 24 hours after taking just one dose, I am still experiencing heart palpitations and an anxiety feeling. I feel like I drank a whole pot of coffee and ran a marathon. Don't take this drug!!!!! I'm wondering how long it will take to get out of my system??
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Reply about 1 year ago on Mar 07, 2008 by charmedfreak, #5383

I'm taking Avelox for the same reason. On the third night that I took it, I thought I was going to pass out, I was light headed and dizzy. I had to run to the sink and wet my hands and face. I took it again last night with much hesitation and was nauseous, but didn't feel faint. In the morning my throat was so dry it went numb.
The fifth night, which is tonight, I feel like pukeing all over the place.
Why am I still taking it? The Dr. told me that if I don't, whatever I have will go to my chest and I'd be sorry. When I called to get a different prescription the Dr. told me to take it closer to bed with food.
I am taking 400mg and a double dose (10 day supply). I'm barely 5foot tall and am 105 lbs. Wonder if I'm too light for that dosage.

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Reply about 1 year ago on Mar 09, 2008 by skywalker, #5423

I was prescribed this drug for the first time for a sinus infection. I was to take 400 mg 1x per day for 10 days along with a dose pack. After 5 days on avelox I quit it and the dose pack. My stomach was/is hurting so bad and I can tell it has affected my liver as well. I have pain in my side where your liver is located. When I try to eat something I feel very sick. It also made me dizzy and I felt like I was in a fog. Since I have reflux and stomach problems I'm sure this drug has made it worse. I even told the doctor about my tummy issues but he said it was tolerated very well. I have a friend who took it with no problems. I will NEVER take this drug again.

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