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Compare Cipro HC vs. Ciprodex

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  • Cipro hc
    Ciprodex (ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone)
  • Cipro hc
    Ciprodex (ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone)

  • Summary of Cipro HC vs. Ciprodex

    Summary for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic / Corticosteroid
    Prescription only

    Cipro HC is a combination otic (ear drop) suspension containing ciprofloxacin (a fluoroquinolone antibiotic) and prednisone (a corticosteroid). It's used to treat outer ear infections, also known as swimmer's ear, in adults and children ages 1 year and older. The dosage is 3 drops placed into the affected ear(s) twice per day for 7 days. Side effects aren't common, but can include headache and itching.

    Summary for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic / Corticosteroid
    Prescription only

    Ciprodex is an ear drop suspension that contains ciprofloxacin (a fluoroquinolone antibiotic) and dexamethasone (a corticosteroid). It's used to treat middle and outer ear infections in people ages 6 years and older. The dosage is 4 drops twice a day, typically for 7 days. Side effects aren't common, but include ear discomfort, ear pain, and changes in taste. It's available as both a brand name (Ciprodex) and generic.

  • Indications of Cipro HC vs. Ciprodex

    Indications for
    •Outer ear canal infections (swimmer's ear or otitis externa) in people age 1 year and older
    Indications for
    •Middle ear infections (otitis media) in children ages 6 months and older with surgically-placed ear tubes (tympanostomy tubes)
    •Outer ear canal infections (swimmer's ear or otitis externa) in people 6 months and older

  • Pros and Cons of Cipro HC vs. Ciprodex

    Pros and Const for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic / Corticosteroid
    Pros
    •Combines two medications into a single ear drop
    •Works well to treat outer ear infections
    •Safe for people with a penicillin allergy or sulfa allergy
    •Safe children as young as 1 year old
    Cons
    •Need to use twice a day
    •Can be difficult for some people to administer correctly
    •Dropper cap contains latex, which can be a problem for anyone with a latex allergy
    •Can only treat ear infections caused by bacteria, not infections caused by fungi or viruses
    Pros and Const for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic / Corticosteroid
    Pros
    •Combines two medications into a single ear drop
    •Generally only needs to be used for 7 days
    •Can be used in children as young as 6 months old
    Cons
    •Need to use twice a day
    •Can be difficult for some people to administer correctly
    •Can only treat ear infections caused by bacteria, not infections caused by fungi or viruses

  • Common Side Effects of Cipro HC vs. Ciprodex

    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache (1%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Ear discomfort (3%)
    •Ear pain (2%)
    •Itchy ear (2%)

  • Warnings of Cipro HC vs. Ciprodex

    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe allergic reactions
    •Development of new infection
    •Use only in the ear
    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe allergic reactions
    •Development of new infection
    •Use only in the ear

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