API

Ciprofloxacin (0.3% w/v) + Dexamethasone (0.1% w/v)

Drug classification

Ciprofloxacin: Antibiotic (fluoroquinolone), Dexamethasone: Corticosteroid; Antibacterial-anti-inflammatory combination.

Dosage form

Sterile ophthalmic and otic suspension (eye/ear drops).

API strength per dosage

Dose

Mechanism of action

Indications

Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infectionsTreatment of Eye infection with inflammation

Side effects

Application site reactions burning irritation itching and redness Eye discomfort Corneal deposits Ocular hyperemia Taste change Ear discomfort Ear pain

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Avoid in viral, fungal, mycobacterial infections of the eye/ear, perforated tympanic membrane, hypersensitivity to quinolones or corticosteroids, pregnancy, lactation, prolonged use (risk of fungal overgrowth, resistance), contact lens wear during treatment, concurrent use with other ototoxic or nephrotoxic drugs, children under 1 year.

Contraindications