Antibiotic/Anti-Inflammatory Combinations (Into The Ear)

Treats infections of the ear canal, minor swelling of the ear, and other ear problems.

Brand Name(s):

Cipro Hc, Cortisporin-TC, Vosol Hc, Acetasol Hc, Oticot Hc, Cort-Biotic, Cortisporin, Cortomycin, Oti-Sone, Antibiotic Otic, Pediotic, Coly-Mycin S Otic, Ciprodex
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic medicines or to steroids such as cortisone, hydrocortisone, or prednisone.

How to Use This Medicine:

Liquid, Drop

• Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
• Wash your hands.
• Warm the drops by holding the bottle in your hands for a few minutes.
• Shake the suspension well before using.
• Never touch the dropper to your ear or anything else.
• Lie down or tilt your head to the side.
• Drop the prescribed number of drops into the ear.
• Keep the ear tilted up for a few minutes or insert a cotton plug into the ear.
• Wash your hands again so as not to spread the infection.

If a dose is missed:

• Use as soon as possible except when it is close to the time for your next dose.
• If almost time for next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.
• You should not use two doses at the same time.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Store in a tightly closed container at room temperature and away from direct light.
• Do not freeze.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you have a history of ear problems or a perforated ear drum.
• If you have herpes simplex or chicken pox, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
• If your symptoms do not get better in one week or become worse, call your doctor.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Skin rash, redness, swelling or intense itching that develops after you start using this medicine.

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Stinging or burning of the ear

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.