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Dry skin, creases and cracks in skin. Also bitter taste in mouth.

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sarah3365525
sarah3365525

I have had it for two and a half months. Did others see an improvement and if so after how long ?

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  • alan86734
    alan86734 sarah3365525

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    Yes, Sarah, dry skin, but not the bitter taste in the mouth, but I started recuperating only a few days ago. So, there is hope for you. May your recovery be short!

    Regards, Alan

     

  • miriam65408
    miriam65408 sarah3365525

    Posted

    Are these your only problems, Sarah?  If so I'd say you've had a lucky escape but be sure to never take another fluoroquinolone ever again - you may not get off so lightly if you do.  Read other discussions on this topic to see how some have been affected.

    Oh, and maybe don't take Ibuprofen (or other NSAIDs) or steroids for a few months.  Some people seem to have no ill-effects then take an Ibuprofen a few months later and Boom!  can't walk for weeks or worse!

    Take care!

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