Floxin Oral

Floxin Oral Uses

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

How To Use Floxin Oral

Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually twice a day (in the morning and evening), or as directed by your doctor.

Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

The dosage and length of treatment is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Take this medication 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking any medications containing magnesium, aluminum, or calcium. Some examples include quinapril, certain forms of didanosine (chewable/dispersible buffered tablets or pediatric oral solution), vitamins/minerals, and antacids. Sucralfate, bismuth subsalicylate, iron, and zinc are also included. These medications bind with ofloxacin preventing its full absorption. It is not known whether milk or dairy products prevent absorption of ofloxacin. However, as a precaution, do not eat or drink dairy products within 2 hours before or after taking ofloxacin.

Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, take this drug at evenly spaced intervals.

Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection.

Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.