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Norfloxacin

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Norfloxacin Definition

A synthetic, broad-spectrum fluoroquinolone with antibacterial activity. Norfloxacin inhibits activity of DNA gyrase, thereby blocking bacterial DNA replication. Norfloxacin concentrates in the renal tubules and bladder and is bactericidal against a wide range of aerobic gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Norfloxacin Synonyms

Norfloxacin, 1,4-Dihydro-1-ethyl-6-fluoro-4-oxo-7-(1-piperazinyl)-3-quinolinecarboxylic Acid, Baccidal, Fulgram, MK-366, NORFLOXACIN, Noroxin, Sebercim

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