CIPROFLOXACIN AND DEXAMETHASONE (ciprofloxacin)

Following a single bilateral 4-drop (total dose = 0.28 mL, 0.84 mg ciprofloxacin, 0.28 mg dexamethasone) topical otic dose of ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension to pediatric patients after tympanostomy tube insertion, measurable plasma concentrations of ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone were observed at 6 hours following administration in 2 of 9 patients and 5 of 9 patients, respectively. Mean ± SD peak plasma concentrations of ciprofloxacin were 1.39 ± 0.880 ng/mL (n=9). Pe...

In a randomized, multicenter, controlled clinical trial, ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension dosed 2 times per day for 7 days demonstrated clinical cures in the per protocol analysis in 86% of AOMT patients compared to 79% for ofloxacin solution, 0.3%, dosed 2 times per day for 10 days. Among culture positive patients, clinical cures were 90% for ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1% otic suspension compared to 79% for ofloxacin solution, 0.3%. Microbiological eradication rates for these patients in the same clinical trial were 91% for ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexametha...

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 NorthStar RxLLC, at 1-800-206- 7821or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Ex...

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.

• Ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1%...

• 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 fa...