English Explanatory Dictionary

ofloxacin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. 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.

Word forms

ofloxacin

Etymology

From o(xa)- + -floxacin (“nalidixic acid derivative”).

Derived words

dextrofloxacin levofloxacin
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