I had horrible side effects. I woke up 5 hours after taking avelox with chest pains. It has now been 1 week since taking this drug. I have inflamed cartilage and tendons. In the possible side effects they list this as extremely rare. I'm not sure about that because I only took one pill and I am still paying the price. I have yet to find out if I will have any permanent damage. I would give this medication zero stars if I could. Published: September 19, 2007 ::

the scariest reaction I have ever had to an antibiotic...took it for 2 days and then had to change to another one because the side effects were awful...dizziness, tremors, elevated BP, nervousness. And I've never had any similar type of reaction to medication, ever. Published: September 26, 2007 ::

I had terrible side effects, they were as followed: isomnia, dizziness, diarria, weakness and numbness on left side of body, stomach upset, headaches,nausea, vomiting, pale, elevated blood pressure...I took this medication for 5 days and from day one it started. I went to the emergency room and complained that I was having an allergic reation to this medication. They treated me, then two days later I experienced effects like as if I was having a stroke and then returned to the emergency room and underwent a variety of tests. They gave me medicine for the dizziness but the headache persists still. Published: September 21, 2007 ::

Here is my story with Avelox: There is no other medication that I have taken that has been so effective in knocking out infection quickly. This does, however, come at a price of side effects. If you EDUCATE yourself about this drug, you will know how to avoid some/most of these effects. This drug stimulates your central nervous system. Do not take in too many stimulants like nicotine, caffeine, etc you will likely have tremors or palpitations. You may feel nervous due to the CNS stimulation, exercise if possible or find ways to relax. Depending on your dosing, if possible, take this in the morning or early evening with food to prevent insomnia. A BIG POINT HERE- avelox interacts with tons of other medications or foods. Read up on this, but a serious complication is Long QT syndrome. If you have any heart problems in general, bring these up with your doctor to ensure that avelox will not interfere. Beta blockers can cause arrhythmia with avelox. It is not your doctors fault if you don't read the packet with the your prescription and do not bring these issues up. This is a potent drug, doctors (most) don't throw this around unless they believe your condition warrants it. This WILL give most people side effects. Also, please do not give a negative review after taking an antibiotic for 2 days... typical cases don't see symptom relief for several days. Take with a small bit of food, and expect moderate cramping. Broad spectrum antibiotics kill a lot of of species of bacteria, which includes the ones on your intestines used to digest food. Published: March 02, 2009 ::

This drug has made feel worse. The side effects are awfull. Feel sick to my stomach after taking it, Have the shakes, can't sleep. Published: September 24, 2007 ::

After 30 mins of taking the first dose, I was a nervous wreck. I was dizzy, lethargic, and sick to my stomach. This stuff does something to your mind, I don't feel like myself at all. I am up to day 4 and will not continue after today. The FDA should double check this one! Published: December 22, 2007 ::

I would take the medication and my face would turn flush and my body felt hot all day long. I was miserable! Published: November 01, 2007 ::

Took for 3 days. Severe side effects: dizziness, shortness of breath, runny nose, disorientation, short tempered, vision problems, diarrhea and heart palpitations. When I picked up my prescription, the pharmacist made it clear that she felt this might be the wrong drug for me since I have a history of atrial fibrillation. I rechecked with my doctor who assured me that it was "fine". Should have listened to the pharmacist!! The first two days I thought I was gonna die - the 3rd day I was afraid I wasn't! Needless to say I have quit taking this drug and hope the effects will subside. Published: November 28, 2007 ::