cip·ro·flox·a·cin  (sĭp'rō-flŏk'sə-sĭn)  n. A semisynthetic analogue of fluoroquinolone that is administered orally and has a broad spectrum of antibiotic activity. [Alteration of cy(clo)- + pro(pyl) + fl(uoro)- + alteration of oxy- + -cin (probably shortening of cinnamic acid).] |
| ciprofloxacin (sĭp'rō-flŏk'sə-sĭn) Pronunciation Key
A synthetic antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity, used mostly to treat skin, urinary tract, and respiratory tract infections. |