Gemifloxacin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Factive

Category

• Antibacterial, systemic

Description

Gemifloxacin ((gem-ah-FLOX-a-sin)) belongs to the class of medicines known as antibiotics. It is used to treat bronchitis and pneumonia caused by bacterial infections.

Gemifloxacin works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

Oral
• Tablets (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

• Factive

† Not commercially available in Canada.