CiproDex Otic Suspension (Ciprofloxacin/Dexamethasone) is an ear drop prescription used to treat infections inside the ear and infections of the ear canal. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic used to treat infections caused by bacteria and Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces the actions of chemicals that cause inflammation in the body.
You should not use Ciprodex if you are allergic to ciprofloxacin or dexamethasone, or if you have:
- A viral or fungal infection affecting your ear canal, including herpes; or
- If you are allergic to any antibiotic similar to ciprofloxacin, such as gatifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, Cipro, Levaquin, and others.
To make sure Ciprodex is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
- Severe ear pain; or
- Hearing problems.
Common Ciprodex side effects may include:
- Ear itching or pain, ear discomfort or fullness;
- Unusual taste in your mouth;
- Feeling irritable;
- Rash; or
- A buildup of debris in the ear canal.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not take by mouth. Ciprodex is for use only in the ears. Ciprodex should not be used on a child younger than 6 months old.
