Ciprofloxacin And Dexamethasone
Generic Name: ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone
Brand Names:
Ciprofloxacin And Dexamethasone
11 DESCRIPTION Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% sterile otic suspension, USP, contains the quinolone antimicrobial, ciprofloxacin hydrochloride USP, combined with the corticosteroid, dexamethasone USP, in a sterile, preserved suspension for otic use. Each mL of ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension contains ciprofloxacin hydrochloride, USP (equivalent to 3 mg ciprofloxacin base), 1 mg dexamethasone USP, and 0.1 mg benzalkonium chloride as a preservative.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% sterile otic suspension, USP, contains the quinolone antimicrobial, ciprofloxacin hydrochloride USP, combined with the corticosteroid, dexamethasone USP, in a sterile, preserved suspension for otic use. Each mL of ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension contains ciprofloxacin hydrochloride, USP (equivalent to 3 mg ciprofloxacin base), 1 mg dexamethasone USP, and 0.1 mg benzalkonium chloride as a preservative.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension USP is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible isolates of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions listed below: Acute Otitis Externa (AOE) in pediatric (age 6 months and older), adult and elderly patients due to Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa .
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension is for otic use (ears) only, not for ophthalmic use, or for injection. (2.1) Shake well immediately before use. (2.1) Instill four drops into the affected ear twice daily, for seven days. (2.2) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension is for otic use (ears) only, and not for ophthalmic use, or for injection. Shake well immediately before use.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Potential for Microbial Overgrowth with Prolonged Use [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Most common adverse reactions were ear discomfort (3%), ear pain (2.3%), and ear pruritus (1.5%). (6) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sentiss at 1-855-473-6847 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to the rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity and anaphylaxis have been reported with systemic use of quinolones. Discontinue use if this occurs with use of ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension. (5.1) Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible bacteria and fungi. (5.2) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension should be discontinued at the first appearance of a skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity. Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions, some following the first dose, have been reported in patients receiving systemic quinolones. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication. Use of this product is contraindicated in viral infections of the external canal, including herpes simplex infections and fungal otic infections.
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Because of the minimal systemic absorption of ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone following topical otic administration of ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension, this product is expected to be of minimal risk for maternal and fetal toxicity when administered to pregnant women [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING How Supplied: Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension, USP is a white-to off-white suspension supplied as follows: 7.5 mL fill in a system consisting of a natural polyethylene bottle and natural plug, with a white HDPE closure. Tamper evidence is provided with a tamper-evident ring around the closure and neck area of the package.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ciprofloxacin And Dexamethasone used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension USP is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible isolates of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions listed below: Acute Otitis Externa (AOE) in pediatric (age 6 months and older), adult and elderly patients due to Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa .
What are the side effects of Ciprofloxacin And Dexamethasone?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Potential for Microbial Overgrowth with Prolonged Use [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Most common adverse reactions were ear discomfort (3%), ear pain (2.3%), and ear pruritus (1.5%). (6) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sentiss at 1-855-473-6847 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to the rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice.
Can I take Ciprofloxacin And Dexamethasone during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Because of the minimal systemic absorption of ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone following topical otic administration of ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension, this product is expected to be of minimal risk for maternal and fetal toxicity when administered to pregnant women [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] .
What are the important warnings for Ciprofloxacin And Dexamethasone?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Hypersensitivity and anaphylaxis have been reported with systemic use of quinolones. Discontinue use if this occurs with use of ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension. (5.1) Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible bacteria and fungi. (5.2) 5.1 Hypersensitivity Reactions Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension should be discontinued at the first appearance of a skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity. Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions, some following the first dose, have been reported in patients receiving systemic quinolones. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication. Use of this product is contraindicated in viral infections of the external canal, including herpes simplex infections and fungal otic infections.
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