Ofloxacin belongs to a class of medications called fluoroquinolone antibiotics. It kills bacteria by inhibiting DNA replications. Oral Ofloxacin is used to treat bacterial infections including pneumonia and respiratory tract infections, and infections of the skin, bladder and the prostate. Oflxacin can also treat ear and eye infections. Ofloxacin does not work for virus or fungus infections.
Ofloxacin is available as tablets and capsules, which are taken by mouth. Oral Ofloxacin can be taken with or without food. It is also available as eye drops and ear drops which are applied topically to the affected area. Wash your hands before and after applying eye drops or ear drops.
Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
Adult
Oral: 400 mg every 12 hours for 10 days.
Prostatitis
Adult
Oral: 300 mg every 12 hours for 6 weeks.
Traveller’s diarrhoea
Adult
Oral: 300 mg every 12 hours for 1-3 days.
Community acquired pneumonia
Adult
Oral: 400 mg every 12 hours for 10 days.
Complicated urinary tract infections
Adult
Infusion: 200 mg every 12 hours for 10 days.
Common dosing schedule:
Ofloxacin can be taken with or without food.
This schedule is for reference only, adjustments may be made according to individual needs.
Some common medications Ofloxacin may interact with:
Please notify your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking the above medication, dosage adjustments might be needed.
In Hong Kong, Ofloxacin is a prescription only medicine, and requires a prescription from a doctor to be purchased in a pharmacy. It can also be obtained from doctors. To find a pharmacy near you, refer to the list of pharmacies (“Authorized Sellers of Poisons”) from the Hong Kong Department of Health.
For more information about drug names and ingredients, you can visit Hong Kong’s Drug Office at https://www.drugoffice.gov.hk
Need more information?
For detailed information about the use of Ofloxacin in children, pregnancy and breastfeeding, and for questions about drug interactions, please check with your pharmacist or doctor.
Disclaimer: our goal is to provide you with the most relevant drug information and common dosage for Hong Kong. This information does not constitute medical advice. For specific treatment recommendations and advice, always discuss with your doctor or pharmacist, and follow the instructions included with your specific medicine.
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