Fluoroquinolones are effective antibiotics that treat serious infections, but can cause serious and rare side effects involving tendons, muscles, joints, nerves, and mental health. Learn how to recognise and report these side effects, and when to stop taking fluoroquinolones. Discover fluoroquinolones' structure, mechanism of action, and antimicrobial activity. Learn classification for effective use. What Are Fluoroquinolones? Fluoroquinolones are a class of antibiotics approved to treat or prevent certain types of bacterial infections. Fluoroquinolones are bactericidal agents that inhibit DNA synthesis in bacteria. Early fluoroquinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin) primarily target gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas species.
