Ciprodex User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Mol...
• December 30, 2016

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."

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

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

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."

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

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

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

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

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."

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

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."

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

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)."

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

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."

• Sue...
• January 13, 2019

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."

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

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
• May 9, 2017

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

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

"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."

• Anonymous
• October 6, 2010

"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."

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

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."

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

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
• September 2, 2009

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

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."

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

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."

• ash...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 9, 2021

For Middle Ear Infections "I don't know why people have such bad experiences with this, but as a student, I will say it's so, so good. I was so scared with my terrible ear infection, and now it is so much better just in 4 days. I would recommend this to those who have a bad ear infection, but it must be prescribed by your doctor."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 3, 2021

For Otitis Externa "I’ve had ear issues my entire life. From grommets at 5 years old to heavily infected ears at 35. Apparently, my ear canals grew differently, causing my ears not to disperse wax like any normal ear. Therefore, my ears get clogged up continuously, causing infections. These drops really work for me. I don’t experience any pain or anything. Other than my ears just being sensitive when putting the drops in due to it being cold. Other than that, these are quite good."

• Chi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 29, 2018

For Otitis Externa "I’ve been taking Ciprodex for 48 hours now, and I have constant tinnitus. The swelling or pain hasn’t really improved. If it’s not improved by tomorrow, I’ll go back to the doctor. I live in Canada and paid 0.57 cents with insurance. Even without insurance, I doubt it would be very expensive."

• fot...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 3, 2017

For Otitis Externa "The cost was expensive at $38.90 in Australia! No rebate. 2 drops x 5 days into my left ear. It made my hearing worse. After 5 days, I have constant ringing in my left ear. I wouldn't recommend Ciprodex ear drops for anyone! I went to the doctor after 2 days and told her it was worse, and she claims the inflammation was gone, keep using it!"