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Monday, December 17, 2018

More use restriction for fluroquinolones from FDA

FDA recommends against use of  fluroquinolones for 1) acute bacterial sinusitis, 2) acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis.and 3) uncomplicated urinary tract infection because of  increasing concerns about adverse effects.

The warning emphasized the adverse effects of hypoglycemia and various psychiatric symptoms.

For possible mechanisms regarding fluroquinolone   related hypoglycemia see this detailed review.


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