Ciprodex® (ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone) otic
Treating the infection while easing the inflammation and pain that make ear infections so uncomfortable, Ciprodex combines an antibiotic and a steroid in a single ear drop. After you book, your clinician reviews your history so your visit is about finding the right fit for you, whether that's Ciprodex or another option.
Treats infection and inflammation with one product — no separate pain drops needed
Effective for swimmer's ear and middle ear infections in patients with ear tubes
Available as a generic (ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone otic)
Visit options
Costs shown are for the visit only. You'll pay for medication at your preferred pharmacy.
Video Visit
$25
Est. or $100 w/o insurance
Most insurance accepted
Board-certified clinicians
No hidden fees
Available nationwide
What is Ciprodex Otic?
Ciprodex is a prescription ear drop combining ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, with dexamethasone, a corticosteroid, used to treat bacterial infections of the outer ear (otitis externa) and middle ear infections in patients with ear tubes. Ciprofloxacin kills the bacteria causing the infection, while dexamethasone reduces the ear canal inflammation and swelling that cause pain and discomfort. Together, they address both the infection and the inflammatory response in a single product. It's applied directly into the ear canal twice daily for 7 days.
Dual antibiotic and anti-inflammatory action
Ciprofloxacin blocks bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV to kill ear infection-causing bacteria, while dexamethasone suppresses the inflammatory response—treating the infection and relieving pain simultaneously.
Fluoroquinolone ear canal coverage
Effective against the gram-negative bacteria—especially Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus—that most commonly cause outer ear infections, including strains that may be resistant to other topical antibiotics.
Pain and swelling reduction
The corticosteroid component rapidly reduces ear canal edema and inflammation, easing the significant pain and pressure of otitis externa and improving antibiotic penetration by opening a swollen canal.
Ongoing support, always available.
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