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Levofloxacin-associated transient mixed sensorimotor lacunar syndrome
Francesco Michelassi1,2, Joshua Bloom3, Mark K Su3,4
1Neurology, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, New York, USA.
Abstract:
Fluoroquinolones are commonly used antimicrobials with multiple known adverse effects, yet overdose events are rarely reported. Here, we report a case of a previously healthy middle-aged woman who unintentionally ingested 7 g of levofloxacin in one dose. Thereafter, she presented to the emergency department with hemiparesis concerning for ischaemic stroke and was administered tissue plasminogen activator. Her brain imaging showed no ischaemic injury and her symptoms resolved within 24 hours; this is consistent with a transient ischaemic attack. Our case highlights potential adverse effects of an acute overdose of levofloxacin that has not previously been well described.
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