Formulary Monographs [OFLOXACIN, 081218]
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OFLOXACIN
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QUINOLONES
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Uncomplicated gonorrhea, nongonococcal urethritis, acute pelvic inflammatory disease, acute uncomplicated cystitis, complicated urinary tract infections,chronic bacterial prostatitis.
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Nausea, insomnia, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, vomiting, rash, and pruritus. The safety and efficacy of ofloxacin in pediatric patients and adolescents (under age 18 years), and pregnant and lactating women have not been established.
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200mg-400mg twice daily. A single oral dose of 400mg is indicated for uncomplicated gonorrhea. See BDS supply protocols pg. 3.
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Avoid in pregnancy—shown to cause arthropathy in animal studies; safer alternatives are available.
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Amount probably too small to be harmful but manufacturer advises avoid
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