Levaquin and nystatin

After reading the first page of posts, I realize I am very lucky that some of the worse side effects. The first time I was prescribed Levaquin, 500 mg. for a UTI, I noticed that after one day my tongue tingled. The second day of treatment left me with a very sore tongue, as if someone had rubbed it with sandpaper. The next day, I got several large white blisters in the roof of my mouth, under my tongue and in the back of my throat. None of these symptoms were listed in the information pamphlet from the pharmacy. I called my doctor and he said it must have given my an oral yeast infection. He called in a prescriptin for Diflucan and Nystatin (an awful tasting orange liquid you have to swish in your mouth and swallow). It did not help. I went to him again so he could look at my mouth in person and I had lost 9 pounds in 6 days! I could not even stand to eat chicken noodle soup and I was living on water and jello. I am a diabetic who has to inject insulin, so my blood sugars were going crazy. He prescribed some other mouthwash and it took almost a whole week after finishing the Levaquin for all the blisters to get to a point where I could even brush my teeth again. I can't begin to describe the pain. I have UTI's a lot, but I made him promise never to prescribe Levaquin again. Well, two months ago, I got another UTI and tried 2 other meds that did not clear it up. He once again prescribed Levaquin, and now my mouth is inflamed and blistered. I don't think it is an oral yeast infection, because the symptoms are not the same. It feels more like some kind of chemical burn. Has anyone else had these symptoms? I just came back from a family reunion and I was miserable the whole time I was there.

As you read this you may wonder what this has to do with you or the drug Levaquin.Read on and you will see. Simply put \"Antibotics are poisons that are meant to kill. Only licensed physicans can prescribe antibiotics; we mere mortals cannot. Antibiotics are used to kill bacteria. Certainly,many have benifited from thier use; but if bacteria was the only organisms that antibiotics killed, this site would be unnecessary .We take antibiotics when we are sick, when our \"immune systems are down\".Yet all mycotoxins are immunosuppressants. I contend that any poison that kills small organisms in small doses can also kill big organisms in big doses.You and I are big organisms.
An adult has approximately three to four pounds of benifical bacteria and yeast in the intestines. Each competes for nutrition from the host-you.The competion from the benifical bacteria keeps the ever present yeast into check and allows them to produce necessary nutrients,including B vitamins. When antibiotics upset the delicate balance of the interestinal terrain, yeast grow unchecked into large colonies and the intestines are inhibited by hostile mircrobes, a condition called "dysbiosis".
Every time, not just sometimes, antibiotics are swallwed, they kill benifical bacteria within the intestines.Yeast are opportunistic organisms. As the intestinal bacteria terrian terrain erodes, yeasts thrive, especially when thier dietary cravings are met.\"with grains\",sugar is also a grain. Tendrils on the yeast, called hyphae literally poke holes through the lining of the intestines, a syndrome called leaky gut. It is known that (NSAIDS) Like Naprycin and Tylenol can enhance the gut leakage.
As early as 1950, two female researchers in Albany,NY,understood the adverse Physiological events caused by antibiotics.For years they worked on a soil-based organism that prevented dysbiosis caused by antibiotics. They called thier discovery "Nystatin" after New York State. This antifungal drug kills organisms, hence the term antibiotic is applied to it as well. But this revolutionary antibiotic stopped yeast overgrowth caused by all other antibiotics and was 100 percent safe to use . Amazingly, Nystatin caused no side effects. though it can cause a "die off " A responce which is often confused to side effects.
In 1957, 340 antibiotics were tested for thier toxicity. As described in The Handbook of Toxicity, editor Dr.William S. Spector used mice and rats to determine antibiotic toxicity.He stated,\"by using a larger number of animals of comparitive weight and sex for each level tested,attempts are now bieng made to determine more percisely the dose which will kill 50 percent\".This is referred to as\"LD50\", or lethal dose for 50 percent of the mice.One must wonder how perscriptive doses of these very same antibiotics were established in humans before 1957! We beg the question that if a given dose of penicillan will kill 50 percent of the mice tested,isn\'t it logical to assume that a larger dose,perhaps repetitive doses extended over forty years, might prove fatal to human? It is the time span between taking antibiotics and death that intersest me.Do people really die of heart disease and diabeties, or do antibiotics cause these diseases? A death certific!
ate will state the probable cause of death and never question whether the deceased had a history of taking antibiotics! the fact that antibiotics are fungal metabolites and have been implicated by scientic literature as contributing to death in man should be considered. Why does it seem to be so difficult to assume antibiotics are directly or indirectly linked with death when immunodeficiency and and death are so intimately linked?Max Planck , Nobel Prize winning Physicist , probably answered these questions best when he surmised as to why science is slow to change even in the presence of so much factual date, such as indicated here on this site.Planck said,\"A new scientific truth does not triumph by convincing its opponents and making them see the light, but rather because its opponents eventually die off and a new generation grows up that is familiar with the ideas from the beginning.\"
That a new generation will grow up knowing the dangers inherant in taking antibiotics is a good thing. That Dr.s will continue randomly prescribing fungal toxins should teach us the importance ofknowing medical facts before blindly accepting any new prescription.Please study the antimircrobial benifits and the immune system stimulants that nature provides.If you have reached the point where no alternitive exist,i recomend that you ask your Dr. to prescribe \"Nystatin\" and use it with your antibiotic.Also restoring the intestinal terrain with a Probiotic.
The reason for such a lenthy statement ,is that I care that there are people suffering because of this toxin that is gladly given to us. I recieved Levaquin pre-op, before a surgery,I was prescribed Bactrim DS for two weeks prior to surgery for an ruptured occulted epidermal cyst, I could not take the drug for nausea I took two tablets.No more. At time of surgery they tried to administer Leviquin.I had had it in my IV for about three - to five minutes and started to have an allergic reaction to it.Itching redness to the arm ,hand and wrist. I am thinking they stopped it.The nurse told the Dr. she stopped it. Thay supposedly ordered a differant antibiotic. And prescribed Biaxin XL. I never took any of the antibiotics at home.Just what was given to me in surgery.I came home from out patient surgery same day.For three days my arm where the IV administered the Leviquin was sore in joints that I could hardly move and it has been two weeks and it is still the same, but more, my
rib cage and neck was so sore that I felt like I had been in a wrestling match. The surgery was in the perineal area. No reason for anything above to be painful. I immediately started using my alternitive medicines, Probiotics and Olive Leaf Extract , an antifungal. With fairly good results. You see, I didn't need those antibiotics after all.The key to life is a good diet.Go figure! Be Blessed And Well.

June 7, 2004 I took Levaquin for a prostate infection. I started getting a sore throat with sores after four pills. I was treated for yeast infection with Nystatin. The doctor said that the Levaquin killed the good bacteria which lead to the yeast infection. It cleared my sore throat but now I have no taste or desire for food. I have lost 18 lbs in 2 weeks. I have neck and head pain which I was prescribed Methylprednisolone 4mg. Wed. June 30th is my last pill. I used to be healthy.

I was on 250mg of Levaquin for 30 days and then on 500mg of Zithromax for 10 days afterward. During this time I had developed Thrush as well as swollen testicles. Now 14 days afterward I can not get rid of either symptoms.

I have been taking (3) 150mg of Diflucan (one per week) and used Nystatin Oral Suspension twice a day for the last 5 days with no relief.

My questions are:
Are these symptoms not letting go because all of the Antibiotics are still in my system?
How long does it typically take for the Antibiotics to get out of my system?
Has anyone else experienced swollen testicles as a side effect?
Has anyone had Thrush that took more than 30 days to stop reappearing?

If you have please contact me at
davidwa@catmktg.com

THRUSH IS POSSSIBLE SIDE EFFECT

Hello again,

As I stated before, I was diagnosed with Thrush; a fungal infection in my mouth. This is a direct result of all the antibiotics I have consumed over the past few months. I have been on levaquin, (both iv and tablets), Flagyl(Iv and tabs), Zitromax, Rosephin injections 7 straight days, amoxicillian, etc.

Thrush first reared its ugly head when I noticed my Coca Cola didn't taste right. Then next symptom was my tongue burned. I at first acredited this to hot peppers I had consumed the night before...LOL!

When the burning did not cease over night and I could not talk right, I investigated on the internet and found thrush. I do have it. White patches on my tongue. White patches in my mouth. This fungus can spread down your throat and cause major problems as you can well imagine. It can also cause a systematic yeast infection, which will spread through your bloodstream and could in fact KILL you if not treated. IF you suffer from a burning tongue, white patches, funny tasting foods, etc, after taking antibiotics of ANY kind, seek medical assistance. YOu need a prescription for Nystatin liquid to swish in mouth and swallow, you may also need an oral antifungal (possibly Difulcan), and you can also help your body by eating yogurt with active cultures (very important) and taking acidopholus tablets (check with your doctor before taking any over the counter medications or herbs. Herbs are natural but that does NOT mean they are safe. Arsenic is natural too!!!)

Gentleman: You are not immune to this infection. It is a yeast infection, related to the kind ladies get. And any of you that have ever been around a woman suffering from one KNOW how much agony they can be. YOu must seek assistance as well.

Please feel free to contact me directly at tellirma@hotmail.com. Together we can make the world a better place.

Never doubt that the ideas of a few people can change the world; indeed it is the only thing that ever has.
quote of Margaret Mead- Author

Sincerely,
Irma Fruci
Coleman Florida

Hello again,

Update:

Went to my doctor's office and fired him. I was there thursday and told him about my ears and my nose and my burning tongue. He shoved a tongue depressor in my mouth, causing me massive distress, brought tears to my eyes. Said, Um hm, listened to my lungs, prescribed Zyrtec (allergy Medication) and sent me on my merry way!

NOT ONCE did he look in my ears or nose. Dumba...!

So friday I went back and fired him officially and professionally, in front of his staff and other patients. Changed to another primary care physician in the center (this one actually diagnosed my pneumonia 3 weeks ago) and went through urgent care.

After Spending most of Friday early am on the puter, I discovered that what I was suffering from in my mouth was a fungal infection caused by all the antibiotics I was taking and it is called Thrush. I confirmed this by looking at my tongue in a mirror and seeing white patches on the left side of my tongue. I tried a home remedy: DO NOT DO THIS!!!!! it said at web md I believe, I am not sure, to do 1part hydrogen peroxiide and 3 parts water, gargle and swish in mouth.

At first, the first 10 seconds, no reaciton...then HOLY CRAP!

My mouth foamed up like I had the rabies! and the PAIN!!!
OMG in Heaven. after rinsing with plain water I looked at my poor tongue through tears and saw the spots enlarge by the peroxide. Now, if I could see the spots before the peroxide and after, how come Doctor Dipsh> didnt see em with a magnifier and bright light?

The walk in doctor confirmed my own diagnosis of Thrush. Prescribed Nystatin liquid which I have to use 4-5 times a day (20-25 bucks at Winn Dixie Pharmacy prescription only)
Difulcan to combat a vaginal yeast infection
Doxycline for the sinus and Ear infections. (yes, another antibiotic!)
She said that the zithromax was having no effect whatsover on the ear infection or sinus'.

If you want to discuss any situation concerning this topic, please contact me at tellirma@hotmail.com. I am a writer for a newspaper and I am putting together a series on this. It is such BS. We must stick together and help ourselves and our dumba.. doctors....if we dont who will?
Sincerely,
Irma Fruci
Coleman Florida