Ciprodex Otic Side Effects

Serious Side Effects of Ciprodex Otic

Serious side effects are rare but may include worsening of the infection pain, drainage or discharge from the ear, or a a serious allergic reaction with symptoms of:

skin rash or hives
hoarseness
trouble breathing or closing of the airways
swelling of the tongue, throat, mouth or lips

Common Side Effects of Ciprodex Otic

Common side effects may include discomfort or itchiness of the ear as well as a strange taste left in the mouth. If symptoms become severe or are persistent, contact your healthcare provider.

Warnings & Recalls for Ciprodex Otic

Ciprodex Otic and Pregnancy

Ciprodex Otic is an FDA pregnancy Category C medicine. It has not been determined if it is safe to take Ciprodex Otic during pregnancy or if it may be harmful to a fetus. It is unknown if Ciprodex Otic may be transferred through breastmilk. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Ciprodex Otic.

General Warnings

Ciprodex Otic should not be used by anyone who is allergic to ciproflaxin and dexamethasone otic. This medicine may not be safe to take for patients who have had an allergic reaction to antibiotics or other steroids. Let your doctor know about any allergies you may have to ensure that you may safely use Ciprodex Otic. Notify your doctor about any other medications, vitamins or supplements you are taking to avoid interactions. Patients should be aware that ear infections may have side effects of dizziness and may result in difficulty balancing. Take caution when driving or operating machinery until the infection has ended.

Ciprodex Otic Treatment and Use

Ciprodex Otic| Ciproflaxin and dexamethasone otic is a steroid and fluoroquinolone antibiotic combined ear drop marketed by Alcon for treating ear infections. Ciprodex Otic aids in fighting bacterial infections of the ear while simultaneously reducing inflammatory responses induced by the infection.

How Does Ciprodex Otic Work?

Ciprodex fights bacterial infections by preventing the growth of certain proteins which are needed for bacteria formation. Dexamethasone reduces side effects of the ear infection by decreasing inflammation and soreness.

How to Use Ciprodex Otic

Ciprodex Otic comes in the form of an ear drop solution. It is generally recommended that Ciprodex Otic be used as a one drop dose, twice each day (every 12 hours).Use only the amount prescribed to you by your doctor. To prevent dizziness, hold Ciprodex Otic in your hands to make sure the solution is warm. Shake the solution before use. If possible, have another person administer the solution to make sure it gets into the ear canal. To use the ear drops:

lay on your side while holding your ear lobe back
squeeze the prescribed amount of drops into the ear canal of the affected ear
wait one full minute before moving so that the solution may run into the canal

Be sure not to let the dropper come in contact with any surface; this contact may result in contamination of the solution. After instilling Ciprodex Otic avoid getting water in the ear, particularly when bathing. Your doctor may recommend that you do not swim until your treatment has been completed.

Other Names for Ciprodex Otic

Brand name:

Ciprodex Otic

Generic name:

Ciproflaxin and dexamethasone otic