ˌsiprəˈfläksəsən,-prō- noun
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Etymology: probably from International Scientific Vocabulary ci- (alteration of cy cl-) + pro pyl + fl uor- + oxa- + -my cin
: a fluorinated derivative of quinolone C 17 H 18 FN 3 O 3 that is often administered in the form of its hydrochloride and is effective especially against gram-negative bacteria