The quinolones are a group of synthetic antibacterial agents. Nalidixic acid is the oldest agent in this group. Oxalinic acid and cinoxacin are other older quinolones.
Successive modification of.....
Fluoroquinolones
The quinolones were fluorinated to get the fluoroquinolones with a wider spectrum of activity, fewer side effects, lesser chances of resistance development and better tissue penetration when compared to.....
Ciprofloxacin
It is a fluoroquinolone with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. It is bactericidal and legal class B.
Pharmacokinetics
It is well and rapidly absorbed when taken.....