Used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and chronic bronchitis. Commonly prescribed for skin and soft tissue infections when caused by susceptible bacteria. Applied in the treatment of acute bacterial sinusitis. Used in ophthalmology as eye drops to manage bacterial conjunctivitis and to prevent infections after eye surgery. Effective against certain multidrug-resistant bacteria due to its broad-spectrum activity. Often considered when other antibiotics fail, especially in cases involving atypical pathogens.