Tequin, or gatifloxacin, is an antibiotic taken to treat urinary tract, lung or sinus infections as well as evident signs of sexually transmitted disease caused by bacteria. On some occasions though, viruses, not bacteria infect the lungs and cause sinus infections. Tequin, similar to other antibiotics, doesn’t kill viruses, and cannot be used in this manner. Gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted disease, can be treated by Tequin, but non-gonococcal diseases and syphilis cannot. It is also prescribed to those patients who have bronchitis and pneumonia.

In March of 2006, a Canadian study sent to the New England Journal of Medicine, claimed that Tequin has side effects that can be “life threatening” to anyone who uses it. This includes serious diabetes, blood sugar complications, and glucose-related side-effects. Several testimonials were issued against the drug that is considered to have many negative effects to consumers who takes it. In most instances, the side effects may last for 2-3 days. Side effects include headaches, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain and abnormality of blood sugar levels.

However, the side effects mentioned above are minor cases that are being experienced by patients who are using Tequin. Other risks may include severe allergic reactions such as rashes, swelling of face, tongue, lips, or throat, and trouble breathing, and central nervous system-related cases such as hallucinations, confusion, depression suicidal thoughts and the irritation and rupturing of tendons.

Due to multiple series of glucose-related concerns and the increasing questions about whether or not it’s safe for the medicine to be prescribed, Bristol-Myers Squibb took a step. In order to save the brand, they issued a letter urging physicians to take precautionary measures before prescribing the drug to their patients. They also suggested that doctors should not prescribe the medicine to those patients who have blood sugar problems.

Despite the intention to save Tequin, the issue is already attracting the attention of the media, and in May 2006, since its release date in December of 1999, Bristol-Myers Squibb took Tequin off the market and, interestingly, they were able to give it to a Japanese pharmaceutical company, where it could presumably be marketed to other parts of the world.

Protecting your rights and health are key factors in preventing possible cases that are caused by this harmful medicine. Legal claims should be filed immediately if symptoms and severe side effects are found after taking the drug.

Many lawyers can help you protect your legal claims and rights and provide you information about tasks that should be completed in order to achieve a successful case. They are equipped with knowledge and provide consultations that are essential to you, a loved one, or anyone you know who are victims of this drug.