About delafloxacin meglumine equivalent to delafloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
Used for
- Treats certain bacterial skin and soft-tissue infections in adults
- Treats certain community-acquired bacterial pneumonia in adults
Usual adult dose
450 mg by mouth every 12 hours for 5–14 days for skin infections, or 5–10 days for pneumonia.
Common side effects
- Nausea or diarrhea
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Liver-enzyme changes
Important warnings
- Can cause tendon damage, nerve problems, or central nervous system effects.
- Avoid with myasthenia gravis; may worsen muscle weakness.
- Use only for bacterial infections; resistance can develop.
- Separate from antacids or supplements containing iron, zinc, magnesium, or aluminum.
Pregnancy
Safety is not well established; use only when clearly needed.
Breastfeeding
Human data are limited; discuss risks and benefits with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Antacids and mineral supplements can reduce absorption; take delafloxacin at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after them.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.