Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.
Last Reviewed: Jan 14, 2024
Pros & Cons
Ciprofloxacin and Dexamethasone (Ciprodex) Pros and Cons
- Ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone is a combination of two medicines: an antibiotic that kills bacteria and a steroid that suppresses the inflammatory response.
- This medicine is safe for pediatric patients as young as 6 months of age.
- The treatment course is usually only 7 days.
- There is a lower-cost generic available.
- You need to use these ear drops twice a day.
- This medication does not treat ear infections caused by viruses or fungi.
- Long-term treatment with this medicine can lead to bacterial and fungal overgrowth.
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