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¹Sección de Reumatología, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza. mmedrano@unizar.es

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Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause tendinitis and tendon ruptures. Early detection is crucial for preventing severe tendon damage from these drugs.

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Background:

Fluoroquinolones are broad-spectrum antibiotics.
Tendinitis and tendon rupture are known, though uncommon, adverse effects of fluoroquinolones.
The association has been documented since 1983.

Observation:

This study presents five cases of fluoroquinolone-induced tendinitis.
Three cases involved levofloxacin, and two involved ciprofloxacin.
The cases highlight the potential for tendinitis with common fluoroquinolones.

Findings:

Fluoroquinolone-associated tendinopathy is a recognized risk.
Levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin are implicated in tendinitis.
Prompt diagnosis is key to managing this adverse event.

Implications:

Clinicians should be vigilant for tendinitis in patients using fluoroquinolones.
Early recognition and intervention can prevent tendon rupture.
Awareness of this risk is vital for patient safety and effective antibiotic use.