Avelox Side Effects Could Include Tendon Problems

Bethesda, MDAccording to the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, avelox side effects can potentially include tendinitis or tendon rupture either during or up to several months after treatment.

span itemprop="image" itemscope itemtype="https://schema.org/ImageObject" style="display:block">Such problems could affect tendons in the patient's shoulder, hand, back of the ankle or other parts of the body, according to the organization.

Avelox is prescribed to treat specific infections including pneumonia, bronchitis, skin, sinus and abdominal infections that are caused by bacteria, the organization says. The drug is in the class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones.

The antibiotic typically comes as a tablet that can be taken orally and is usually taken either with or without food once a day for between five and 21 days, according to the organization. All patients taking the drug who experience symptoms of tendon injuries are encouraged to contact a doctor immediately, the organization adds.

According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, "tendinitis or tendon rupture may happen to people of any age, but the risk is highest in people over 60 years of age."