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Floxin is a fluoroquinolone which is a kind of anti-bacterial drug (antibiotic and antimicrobial).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

Brands

Ocuflox • Exocin • Tafloc • Tarivid • Zanocin • Octin

Generic Drug

Ofloxacin

Side Effects

Common

Itchy rash
Itching or burning
Bitter/acid taste in mouth
Burning sensation
Itchy skin

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Swimmer's ear (outer ear canal infection)
Condition
Ear infection
Condition
Middle ear infection
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Ruptured eardrum
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Perforated eardrum
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