Factive Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: GEMIFLOXACIN - ORAL
Pronounced: (jem-ih-FLOX-uh-sin)

Factive Oral Warning

This medication may rarely cause tendon damage (e.g., tendinitis, tendon rupture) during or after treatment. Your risk for tendon problems is greater if you are over 60 years of age, if you are taking corticosteroids (such as prednisone), or if you have had a kidney, heart or lung transplant. Stop exercising, rest, and seek immediate medical attention if you develop joint/muscle/tendon pain or swelling.

Factive Oral Side Effects

See also Warning section.

Nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, or trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

mental/mood changes (e.g., anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, depression, rare thoughts of suicide)
shaking (tremors)
skin that sunburns more easily (sun sensitivity)

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

unusual bruising/bleeding
severe/persistent headache
signs of a new infection (e.g., new/persistent fever, persistent sore throat)
unusual change in the amount of urine
signs of liver problems (e.g., unusual tiredness, stomach/abdominal pain, persistent nausea/vomiting, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine)

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

chest pain
fainting
fast/irregular heartbeat
seizures

Gemifloxacin may rarely cause serious nerve problems that may be reversible if identified and treated early. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any of the following symptoms: