Classes
DEA Class; Rx
Common Brand Names; Cipro HC Otic
- Antibiotics/Corticosteroids, Otic
Description
Fluoroquinolone/corticosteroid combination otic suspension for acute otitis externa due to Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus.
Indications
Indicated for the treatment of acute otitis externa due to susceptible organisms.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to drugs or components
Tympanic membrane perforation (nonsterile preparation)
Viral infections of external canal including varicella & herpes simplex infections
Adverse Effects
- Headache
- Pruritus
- Migraine headache
- Hyperesthesia
- Paresthesias
- Fungal dermatitis
- Cough
- Rash
- Dermatitis
- Urticaria
- Alopecia
Warnings
Not for ophthalmic use or injection
Prolonged use may result in bacterial or fungal overgrowth
Resistance to the product may develop
If infection not improved after one week of therapy, cultures should be obtained to guide further treatment
Discontinue at first appearance of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity; serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions, some following first dose, reported in patients receiving systemic quinolones; serious acute hypersensitivity reactions may require immediate emergency treatment
Dropper cap contains natural rubber (latex) which may cause severe allergic reactions
Pregnancy and Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: Excretion in breast milk unknown; not recommended
Maximum Dosage
6 drops/day to affected ear(s).
6 drops/day to affected ear(s).
6 drops/day to affected ear(s).
6 drops/day to affected ear(s).
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
How supplied
Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride/hydrocortisone
suspension
- 0.2%/1%