Ofloxacin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ofloxacin is a noun meaning (pharmacology) A fluoroquinolone antibiotic C₁₈H₂₀FN₃O₄ composed of equal quantities of levofloxacin and dextrofloxacin, that is a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent that is used in topical solution for otic or ophthalmic use or is administered orally or intravenously for other uses.
Meaning
(pharmacology) A fluoroquinolone antibiotic C₁₈H₂₀FN₃O₄ composed of equal quantities of levofloxacin and dextrofloxacin, that is a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent that is used in topical solution for otic or ophthalmic use or is administered orally or intravenously for other uses.
Example Sentences
Ofloxacin and ceftriaxone had the highest sensitivity pattern to these uropathogens.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include levofloxacin, difloxacin, orbifloxacin, norfloxacin, premafloxacin, danofloxacin.
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