Confirmed: Fluoroquinolones raise risk of peripheral neuropathy
Incidence was 47% higher in those exposed to the antibiotics, a study has revealed
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The long-suspected risk of peripheral neuropathy with oral fluoroquinolones has been confirmed in a large study, leading to warnings over their use.
The research of UK primary care data found the incidence of peripheral neuropathy was 47% higher among individuals exposed to oral fluoroquinolone in the previous 30 days.