Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Mol...
• December 30, 2016

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I have only been on this medication for one day for both internal and external ear infections. Within hours of taking it, my ear started to swell even more than it already was, causing it to hurt tremendously to open my mouth, chew, and even swallow. I was in pain before, but since taking Ciprodex, the pain has increased a substantial amount. I was told it should get better within 48 hours. I can't take the drops anymore due to all the swelling and pain, also hearing loss. I'm hoping this clears up soon with just the pal medication I was also prescribed."

• Spa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2019

For Otitis Externa "Been taking Ciproxin HC ear drops for 3 days and now have the worst ringing in ears. It started with a muffled left ear on Monday. Saw doctor on Tuesday who prescribed these drugs. Since Tuesday, I have had ringing in both ears, which has caused vertigo, vomiting, nausea. These are also symptoms of ear pressure from a cold, but I’ve never had ear noise like this before. Think I need to stop taking them."

• Hey...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 28, 2019

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Middle Ear Infections "I was on Ciprodex for my ear infection, and this pill never worked, and I could not sleep either, I would just toss and turn. These ear drops work very slowly and are too expensive: $400.00 copay, $50. I had to stop taking it so I could sleep."

• gle...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 8, 2016

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Middle Ear Infections "A doctor prescribed this for an inner ear infection caused by another medication. I used it twice, and the pain in my ear has increased tremendously, there is swelling and itching, my tongue is swelling, and everything tastes funny. I have also had three episodes of dizziness, and my entire head and face itch. I'm a veteran, was not able to get this through the VA because of a weekend emergency, and don't have any other insurance except Medicare. The cost was $222.90, and another $81.00 for another oral medicine that I could only take one time and had to throw up. Hopefully, my ears will eventually heal themselves without any more help from the doctor because I can't afford being a guinea pig."

• Unh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2018

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "After swimming, I noticed water in my ear. I tried various home remedies for four days and finally went to urgent care to clear up this annoying feeling. The PA prescribed me Ciprodex 2x a day for 7 days. After the first dose, my entire ear/jaw swelled up, causing difficulty speaking and eating. The pain was horrible! The first night, I counted down the minutes for my next dose of ibuprofen. I made it through 3 doses of this poison and decided I needed a second opinion. I went to my PCP, who urged me to STOP taking the drops immediately! I switched to Amoxicillin and am praying for a speedy recovery. Taking Ciprodex was the worst decision I’ve ever made! I just want it to get out of my system fast so I can move on from this overpriced poison!"

• MKe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 28, 2017

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I developed an outer ear infection after a month of daily swimming. I was in a lot of pain and went to the doctor, who prescribed these drops. With insurance, it still cost me $60 out of pocket, which I would have been more than happy to pay if it had helped relieve the pain. However, my pain is worse now. The drops have only made the pain ten times worse. I'm now on day 4 and have decided to stop using them, going back to the doctor for an alternative. I'm really bummed out as we leave on vacation this Sunday, and the pain is unbearable."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 29, 2022

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I have eczema-prone skin, which makes me more likely to have ear infections since the eczema is also sometimes near my ear canal. I've taken Ciprodex drops many times throughout the years for my ear infections and NEVER experienced burning or pain like these other reviews, even when my ear canal was raw and swollen. These drops will make you feel better after only a few doses, but it's super important to finish them as prescribed or the infection will return and be more resistant to the antibiotics. Please don't let the other reviews scare you off from a good ear drop, not every single person will experience pain from them!"

• Lin...
• August 12, 2017

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "While this med helped my ear pain and infection heal, the swollen mouth, jaw, tongue, and face were too unbearable. I quit the drops after 4 days. My doc advised me there was no way my swelling came from the drops. I insisted on prednisone and then picked up Zyrtec, Pepcid, and Benadryl. Those meds, combined with 50 mg of prednisone, I'm feeling much better. I'm allergic to penicillin. I'm wondering if my PCN allergy is related to my Cipro allergy. I'll never go back to that doctor."

• She...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 8, 2017

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "Wish I had never taken this drug. I had a mild ear infection (not much pain). Ever since taking this, over six months ago, there has been a constant noise in my ear. Plus, in spite of the fact that there is no evidence of an infection now, I am experiencing off-and-on pain in the ear. I believe this drug contributed to the constant 'noise' I'm now experiencing. I doubt it will go away, and it is horrible."

• Dba...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 19, 2023

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "Thanks to the helpful reviews and some extra googling, I can say I’m feeling optimistic. 38 weeks pregnant and I woke up with the most intense ear infection ever a few days ago - literally couldn’t even bite down. My jaw and lymph nodes were swollen and in so much pain, and the doctor couldn’t even see my eardrum. Just wrapped up my third day of drops, and I can feel a significant improvement. Still some muffled hearing, popping, and slight pain, but the swelling went down a TON, and it doesn’t hurt to chew. And I can hear a little better. The trick is to warm the bottle in your hands, then shake well, lay on your side, and pour drops in. Let it sit for a couple of mins, then turn over and drain the rest on a tissue or whatever. I did not have any intense itching, burning, etc. I also paired this treatment with Tylenol and cold compresses (for swelling) as needed. Also, drinking hot water or beverages was great too (helped with draining the infection through sinuses)."

• dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 27, 2019

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I have a prescription for ear drops: Ciprodex, which has ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone as active substances, and the price was $332, covered only $95 by insurance, $233 out of pocket. I found CIRIAX otic for $3.14. Something is not right at all here, and nobody cares about a 100 times price increase. No control."

• Sue...
• January 13, 2019

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I have been using Ciprodex drops in my right ear for 9 days as instructed by the P.A. at the ENT's office. The drops have not helped one bit, nor will they go down my ear. I am at a loss what to do now since the P.A. didn't recommend or prescribe anything else."

• Sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2021

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I've had ear trouble all my life, including a cholesteatoma, which required surgery and placement of a permanent ear tube. I get several ear infections a year. My ENT always prescribes Ciprodex. It clears up my infections quickly and completely without any adverse reaction or pain. Some say they had pain after administering Ciprodex, but that isn't normal. They should have stopped using it and informed their doctor to get a different kind of ear drops. The problem wasn't with Ciprodex, it was with their reaction to it. Everyone is different, and there are different drops that work better for different people."

• The...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2021

For Middle Ear Infections "AVOID THIS DRUG! I walk-in clinic prescribed it to me, here I am at 2 am in massive pain. I can't get a second of relief to fall asleep. Now I'm reading that the pain will continue for 4 to 5 days. Well, isn't that just a miracle? At least before the drops, I could sleep, now I'm literally sleep-deprived and in enormous pain. I'm going to continue with the drops, but oh help me, Lord, if I die because of being sleep-deprived and getting in an accident, I just want it on record that it's this stupid drug's fault. Don't be a fool, if your doctor recommends this garbage, implore them to try it first. They must be getting a great kickback from this company to prescribe this garbage. So, yeah, I am not pleased at all, not even slightly."

• TEW...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2018

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I was having an on-and-off again ear pain for over 3 months. The 1st NP did not give me Ciprodex nor Amoxicillin, and the ear infection got worse. At first, the pain was only at night, but now it's day and night. I went to another NP, and she prescribed Ciprodex and Amoxicillin. The first dose of Ciprodex was unbearable today, and the pain lasted for 2 hours. It did push some wax or infection out of my ear. I have 6 more days to go, so hopefully, I will not have the same pain experience every day."

• Anonymous
• October 6, 2010

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "I had gone through 2 doctors and 2 different prescriptions before going to a third doctor and getting these drops. They worked great for me, however, I developed another infection in my other ear, and so far these drops are doing nothing for the second infection. And as for the cost, I don't know about the States, but in Canada, it's around $60 without a plan, and I got it for $7.47 with my plan."

• Bus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2016

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "Went on vacation for about five days, which included swimming almost every day. On the last day, after a shower, my right ear became plugged. Tried using alcohol/vinegar mixes and ear wax remover drops for almost a week, but neither worked. The nurse did a flush, and the ear was clogged with wax and sand balls, which irritated the area. Was given this medicine, which I've used for only a day, but it has already decreased the soreness tremendously. Walmart said it was 292, and I'm not sure where that price came from since most sites and people online are stating 190-230. Ending up remembering I had prescription insurance, and that reduced it to $58."

• Anonymous
• May 9, 2017

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "Small bottle, purchased at pharmacy for $264.00!! Insurance paid for $214.50 for 7 days treatment. Yet a 2% acidic solution and cortisol for swelling is recommended. How in the world can we expect these companies to accept the risk of insuring people."

• Ari...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2020

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I was prescribed this after I developed ear pain and burning pain that was insane from otitis externa!!! Within 2 hours, I began to feel relief, like a lot, I could finally sleep. They made me sleepy, and the ear drops made my ear feel a little fuller because my ear already felt pressure, but no bad reactions. I, however, can’t believe the medication retails for $230, that’s insane. I only had a small copay due to Medicaid."

• Wmj...
• September 4, 2016

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "I developed severe pain in my ear after flying home from vacation with a horrible head cold. Upon landing, the pain in my ears was so bad I could just lean forward and hold my head as tears rolled down my face. (I traveled every week for 20 years, during my career, with no problem with ear pain.) I thought the pain would go away with time, but after three weeks, I decided to see my ENT. He prescribed Ciprodex. Within one day, the pain was greatly reduced, but I faced severe swelling under my eye, swelling in my neck, cough, congestion, and basically felt sick. I stuck with the drops for four days, but couldn't take the side effects, so I stopped. I will call my ENT after the holiday."

• Flo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 19, 2019

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Middle Ear Infections "40-year-old adult who never had any ear problems. In fact, I have overly exceptional hearing. 1 week ago, my left ear felt full, and I let it go for 3 days. I happened to be seeing a PC doctor about something else and mentioned it. They told me I have an inner ear infection, so they will put me on Ciprodex for 7 days. However, he doesn't believe my insurance in MA will pay for it. I went to pick it up, and it cost $8. I put it in that night. My ear was very clogged, I had a hard time hearing people. 6 days later, my ear is still clogged, but it happens to clear up on its own every 3 hours, then goes back to being full. Overall, no side effects. No pain. Just need to have a tolerance for having an ear that feels full in the normal business world."

• Anonymous
• September 2, 2009

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Middle Ear Infections "My two-year-old had a severe ear infection and did not respond to this antibiotic at all, so after five straight days of 104-degree temperature and vomiting, the doctor gave a shot of Rocephin, which broke the fever immediately and started the healing of the ears, and then finished with a round of Augmentin. We did, however, get the severe diaper rash that the letter said could accompany this medication."

• Wai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 28, 2017

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "It took away the swelling and pain in about 24 hours. It slightly improved the loss of hearing after 7 days, but I still can't hear like normal. Way, way too expensive, $270, in which insurance covered about $50. $220 for a tiny bottle of mediocre medicine."

• Wen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2021

For Middle Ear Infections "So sorry for those having such pain with these meds. I have severe sinusitis and my inner ear is completely plugged, hearing is almost negative. Started the drops June 30th, still on them, have had no ear pain with drops, however, the ear is still not open, better though. Also been using nose spray and Tylenol. About ready to find an ENT! Again, I have had no side effects from the drops."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 19, 2021

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa "I’ve never had an ear infection in my life, but after 22 years, somehow both of my ears became infected with otitis externa. The first doctor that I saw prescribed me neomycin/polymyxin B drops. I lost hearing in both ears because the drops could not reach my ear canal with all of the built-up wax/infection. It’s like the drops just stacked on top. I went to a different doctor and was prescribed Ciprodex. She flushed my ears and put in wicks before I began the drops. It felt immediately better to get my ears flushed and cleaned before starting medication. I believe my hearing disappeared because the first doc let me start the drops with congested ears. Using Ciprodex with the wicks was a struggle for the first two days, but I started to get better. The medicine could finally reach my ear canal. My hearing came back. It says on the bottle to make sure your ears are “clean and dry” before use. This was an awful experience, but I’m so happy I saw that other doctor."