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Definition:

A fluoroquinolone is a synthetic antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections by inhibiting the growth and reproduction of bacteria.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A class of broad-spectrum antibiotics used in the treatment of various infectious diseases.

Example: The doctor prescribed a fluoroquinolone to treat the patient's urinary tract infection.

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Sense 2:

Noun: Any specific antibiotic drug belonging to the fluoroquinolone class.

Example: Ciprofloxacin is a commonly used fluoroquinolone to treat respiratory tract infections.

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Sense 3:

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of fluoroquinolones.

Example: The patient experienced fluoroquinolone-induced tendonitis as a side effect of the medication.

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