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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:

Drug-Food:

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