Ciprodex
indicated to manage bacterial ear infections and formulated to alleviate inflammation and oedema within the ear canal.
Strengths: 0.3/0.1%
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Cilodex; Ciprofloxacin + Dexamethasone Ear Drops
- Therapeutic class
Corticosteroid and Antiinfective
- Pharmacological class
Fluoroquinolone / Corticosteroid
- Minor side effects
application site pruritus; ear discomfort
- Moderate side effects
ear congestion; taste perversion
- Dosage forms
Ear drops, solution
- Administration route
Ocular use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Novartis
- Onset Time
1–2 days
- Duration
7–10 days
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C. Do not freeze.
- Age restrictions
Not recommended for children under 6 months.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolones; viral infections of the ear canal; fungal infections of the ear canal; tuberculous infections of the ear
Precautions and warnings
discontinue at first sign of skin rash; prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; hypersensitivity reaction — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
indicated to manage bacterial ear infections and formulated to alleviate inflammation and oedema within the ear canal.
Mechanism of action
This product combines a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, which inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, with a potent corticosteroid that suppresses the inflammatory response by inducing phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if the potential benefit outweighs the risk to the foetus. Breastfeeding: Use with caution; systemic absorption is minimal.
Ciprodex
indicated to manage bacterial ear infections and formulated to alleviate inflammation and oedema within the ear canal.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Ciprofloxacin, Dexamethasone
- Listed indication(s): Acute Otitis Externa, Acute Otitis Media in Patients with Tympanostomy Tubes