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Peripherial Neuropathy

If Levofloxacin caused peripherial neuropathy will Cipro also if I take that as an alternate?
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199177 tn?1490498534
All flouroquinalones can cause peripheral neuropathy along with a long list of other permanent side effects ...
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144586 tn?1284666164
No. Even though they are both of the same drug classification (flouroquinalones), there is significant differences.  My experience is anecdotal, but significant. I cannot tolerate Levaquin at all, but take Cipro without any side effects. I know at least four other individuals with the same tolerance for Cipro.
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Hi there!

If levofloxacin use is associated with peripheral neuropathy in an individual, chances are that ciprofloxacin could have a similar side effect and is best avoided.
Hope this information is helpful.

Take care!
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