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fluoroquinolones

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    Fluoroquinolone antibiotics (like ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin) increase the risk of aortic and mitral valve regurgitation in the heart

    A new study finds that fluoroquinolone antibiotics can lead to serious heart valve issues: aortic valve regurgitation or mitral valve regurgitation: Oral Fluoroquinolones and Risk of Mitral and Aortic Regurgitation However, the risk of heart valve disease only relates to recent use (within two...