April A’s Story

female_1My floxing happened in 2012, although 2009 was the first time I took Levaquin. My doctor had found it to be a suitable antibiotic to combat cellulitis which was a recurring problem in my legs. In May of 2012 I took it for the 6th time and on the third pill I called the doctor and went back in. I was in extreme pain in my legs. I thought the infection was getting worse. They legs were deep red almost… See full story

Sandy V’s Story

Female 2I was ill about 3 months ago, (no definite problem identified). Was given an Antibiotic by a Doctor whom I (unfortunately) trusted. Three days after taking Avelox I felt like I’d been hit by a Mack truck. Sooo much pain, and it was everywhere. My hair hurt (no kidding either). Went to to “so called” Doctor who treated me like an idiot and claimed that this “could not happen”. Symptoms were serious: Heart palpitations, extreme anxiety, and depression which I’d… See full story

Brooke K’s Story

Female 1In October 2012 I developed a septic infection following surgery for a rare pancreatic/biliary disorder called Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. I was given massive doses of IV Levaquin followed by several courses of oral Levaquin. It saved my life but since then my body has been a ticking time bomb, rendering me disabled. For the first nine months I could barely walk and couldn’t lift my toddler or anything heavier than a loaf of bread. I’ll never forget that first… See full story