Tequin

Why should Tequin not be prescribed?

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to any member of the quinolone family of drugs, including Cipro, Floxin, Levaquin, Maxaquin, Noroxin, Penetrex, and Raxar.

Special warnings about Tequin

Tequin can alter the heartbeat. It's best to avoid it if you have an irregular or slow heartbeat, suffer from low potassium levels, or are taking medication to treat an irregular heartbeat. If you or anyone in your family has a history of heart problems, make sure the doctor is aware of it. Contact your doctor if you have palpitations or fainting spells while on Tequin.

Rare cases of peripheral neuropathy (changes or disturbances of the nervous system) have been reported with this type of antibiotic. Contact your doctor if you experience muscle weakness, paralysis, pain or numbness, a burning sensation, or a "pins and needles" sensation.

Tequin has been known to cause a rupture in the muscle tendons of the hand, shoulder, or heel. Your risk for this type of rupture is greater if you are taking a steroid medication along with Tequin. If you notice any pain and inflammation in a tendon, stop taking this medication and avoid exercise until you have seen your doctor.

Tequin may cause convulsions, increased pressure in the head, psychosis, tremors, restlessness, nervousness, anxiety, light-headedness, confusion, depression, nightmares, insomnia, unfounded suspicions, and hallucinations. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking the drug and contact your doctor immediately. Before taking Tequin, let your doctor know if you are prone to seizures.

Tequin may cause dizziness and light-headedness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or participate in activities that require mental alertness or coordination until you know how this medication affects you.

Tequin can disturb blood sugar levels. If you are a diabetic on oral diabetes medications and your blood sugar drops, eat some sugar, stop taking Tequin, and call your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels carefully during your entire course of Tequin therapy.