About ciprofloxacin + hydrocortisone
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic and corticosteroid
Used for
- Treats bacterial outer-ear infections with inflammation, including infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
Usual adult dose
Instill 3 drops into the affected ear twice daily for 7 days.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 1 year and older: 3 drops into the affected ear twice daily for 7 days.
Common side effects
- Ear discomfort, pain, or itching
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Skin rash or allergic reaction
Important warnings
- For ear use only; do not use in the eyes or inject.
- Avoid use with a known allergy to ciprofloxacin or other quinolone antibiotics.
- Not appropriate for fungal or viral ear infections.
- Seek assessment if symptoms worsen or do not improve.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited; use only when considered necessary by a healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding
Whether ear drops pass into breast milk is unclear; systemic absorption is expected to be low.
Interactions
- Interactions are unlikely with correctly used ear drops because little medicine enters the bloodstream.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.