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Pronunciation

oh-FLOX-a-sin

Classifications

Therapeutic Classification: anti-infectives

Pharmacologic Classification: Fluoroquinolones

Indications

REMS


Action

  • Inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis by inhibiting DNA gyrase enzyme.
Therapeutic effects:
  • Death of susceptible bacteria.

Spectrum:

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Well absorbed (98%) following oral administration.

Distribution: Widely distributed. High tissue and urinary levels are achieved. Appears to cross the placenta; enters breast milk.

Metabolism/Excretion: 70–80% excreted unchanged by the kidneys.

Half-Life: 5–7 hr.

Time/Action Profile

(blood levels)

ROUTEONSETPEAKDURATION
POrapid1–2 hr12 hr



Contraind./Precautions

Contraindicated in:

Use Cautiously in:

Adv. Reactions/Side Effects

Interactions

Drug-drug:

Route/Dosage

Acute Bacterial Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis

Community-Acquired Pneumonia

Uncomplicated Skin/Skin Structure Infections

Uncomplicated Urethral and Cervical Gonorrhea

Nongonococcal Urethritis/Cervicitis

Mixed Infection of the Urethra and Cervix

Acute Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Urinary Tract Infections

Prostatitis

Renal Impairment

Availability

(Generic available)

Assessment

Lab Test Considerations:

Implementation

Patient/Family Teaching

Evaluation/Desired Outcomes

US Brand Names

Floxin, Floxin Otic

Code

NDC Code