Generic name:ofloxacin
Dosage form: tablet, coated
Drug class:Quinolones
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 21, 2022.
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Fluoroquinolones, including FLOXIN®, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. This risk is further increased in older patients usually over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants (See WARNINGS).
Fluoroquinolones, including FLOXIN®, may exacerbate muscle weakness in persons with myasthenia gravis. Avoid FLOXIN® in patients with a known history of myasthenia gravis (See WARNINGS).
To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of FLOXIN® (ofloxacin tablets) Tablets and other ant...
