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Ofloxacin is an antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia; bronchitis; venereal disease (VD); and prostate, skin, and urinary tract infections. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Ofloxacin Oral is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Ofloxacin comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken with or without food every 12 hours (twice a day) for 3-10 days. Some infections may take up to 6 weeks or longer. To treat VD, a single dose is taken. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take ofloxacin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. The tablets should be taken with a full glass of water. Continue to take ofloxacin even if you feel well. Do not stop taking ofloxacin without talking to your doctor. |