What is Ciprofloxacin otic?
Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic in a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones (flor-o-KWIN-o-lones). Ciprofloxacin is used to fight bacteria within the body. Ciprofloxacin (for use in ears) is used for treating ear infections that are affecting the outer ear canal. This type of ear disease can also be called "swimmers' ear." The Otiprio product of ciprofloxacin is used to treat inner-ear infections (also known as otitis media) among children who have ear tube surgery. Ciprofloxacin Otic may be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Ciprofloxacin otic
If you encounter any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives or swelling to lips, face, tongue or throat. Seek medical assistance immediately!
The ear drops can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- A skin rash, no matter how mild,
- New ear drainage and severe itching may be signs of a fungus infection.
Some of the common side effects associated with ciprofloxacin include:
- Itching or pain following the use of ear drops
- The feeling of being irritable or fussy
- Headache
- Sore throat and stuffy nose
There may be other side effects. Call your physician if experiencing side effects; to report potential adverse events call the FDA directly on 1-800-FDA-1088.
Similar/related drugs
Ofloxacin otic, Floxin otic, Cipro HC, Cortisporin-TC, and Cortane-B
Warnings
Please follow all instructions listed on your medication's label or package and inform your healthcare provider of all medical conditions, allergies and medicines that you are currently taking.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to ciprofloxacin or other similar antibiotics such as moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, or gemifloxacin, then you should avoid using ciprofloxacin otic. The safety of ciprofloxacin in the ears is unknown. You may not be able to absorb enough ear medication for it to reach your bloodstream. Inform your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. There is no way to know if ciprofloxacin, which was used in the ear canals, could enter breast milk or harm a baby who is nursing. You should tell your doctor if a child is breastfed. This medicine should not be given to a child unless a doctor has prescribed it. Cetraxal is not recommended for children younger than one year of age.
How to take Ciprofloxacin otic?
Do not alter the instructions on your prescription. Use this medication only as directed. Do not exceed the prescribed dosage or use for longer than necessary. Do not swallow. Ciprofloxacin is only to be used in the ears. Cetraxal drops are to be used twice daily for seven days, unless you have been told otherwise by your doctor. You should space your doses at least 12 hour apart. Before using the ear drops, wash your hands.
How to use the eardrops:
- Hold the container in your hand for at least one minute. Cold ciprofloxacin otic can cause dizziness if you put it in your ear.
- If you are lying down, tilt your head upward with your ear up. When giving the medicine to a young child, gently pull your ear back or pull downward on the earlobe.
- Hold the dropper upside-down over your ear. Squeeze the dropper until the entire medicine is released into your ear.
- Keep your head lying down for 1 minute or turn your ear upwards to let the medicine reach your ear canal
- Repeat these steps if you're treating both ears. Use a second bottle of ear drops.
Cetraxal ear drop bottles contain enough medicine to treat only one ear. Use a different bottle for each ear if you're treating both ears. For the 7-day treatment for both ears, you will receive 14 bottles. After one use, throw away the container, even if it still contains some medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine before it is completely cleared. You may experience symptoms before the infection has completely cleared. You may increase your chances of a second infection resistant to antibiotics if you skip doses. Keep the medicine away from moisture, heat, and light. Each single-use eardrop container should be kept in its foil pouch until the time comes to administer a dose. Your child's physician will administer a single dose of Otiprio to each ear affected during the ear tube procedure. Otiprio will not be provided to you for use at home. Your child may experience some drainage in the ears for the first few weeks after the surgery. If your child's fever, ear pain, or drainage lasts more than a couple of days, call your doctor.
Details on dosage
Adult dose for acute otitis externa:
Otic Solution: For 7 days, instill the contents from 1 single-use bottle into the affected ear twice a day.
Otic Suspension: Administer 12mg as a single dosage to each external ear canal affected.
Use: To treat acute external otitis caused by susceptible isolates of Pseudomonas aureus or Staphylococcus aeruginosa.
The usual paediatric dose for acute otitis externa is:
Otic Solution
For those older than 1 year: 2x a day, about 12 hours apart, instill the contents from 1 single-use bottle into the affected ear.
Otic Suspension
If you are 6 months old or older, administer 12 mg in a single dose into the external canal of each affected hearing.
Use: To treat acute otitis externala caused by susceptible isolates of P. Aeruginosa and S. Aureus.
Usual paediatric dose for otitis media:
Otic Suspension
Age 6 months and older: Administer 6 mg intratympanically as a single dosage into each affected ear after suctioning middle ear effusion.
Use: To treat patients with bilateral otitis media with effusion who are undergoing tympanostomy tube placement.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Once you realize you've missed a dose, take it immediately; if your next scheduled dosage is approaching soon after taking this one. Otherwise, simply skip it.You should not take extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Overdoses of ciprofloxacin are not considered dangerous. If anyone accidentally swallows the medication, seek emergency medical attention. Call Poison Help now on 1-800-222-1222!
What should be avoided?
Do not get ciprofloxacin in your eyes. Rinse your mouth and eyes with water if you accidentally get this medication in your nose or mouth.
Interaction with other drug
Ciprofloxacin in the ears is unlikely to interact with other drugs that you may take orally or by injection. Many drugs interact with each other. Inform your healthcare provider about the medicines you take, including vitamins and herbal remedies.
