About ciprofloxacin + fluocinolone acetonide
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic and corticosteroid
Used for
- Treats outer ear infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Reduces ear-canal inflammation and discomfort.
Usual adult dose
For outer ear infection: 6 drops in the affected ear twice daily for 7 days.
Usual dose in children
For children 6 months and older: 6 drops in the affected ear twice daily for 7 days.
Common side effects
- Ear pain or discomfort
- Itching
- Headache
- Fungal ear infection
Important warnings
- For use in the ear only; do not use in the eyes or swallow.
- Do not use with a ruptured eardrum or ear tubes unless specifically prescribed.
- Stop and seek medical advice for rash, swelling, or breathing difficulty.
- Get medical review if symptoms worsen or do not improve.
Pregnancy
Absorption into the body is expected to be low, but pregnancy safety data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Absorption into the body is expected to be low; specific breastfeeding data are limited.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.