Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic for Otitis Externa User Reviews (Page 2)

• flu...
• November 12, 2018

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "Showered in the morning (I usually don't). This probably was the start of the bacterial infection. Early next morning, I woke up to pain in my left ear. Felt like a chunk of earwax was poking my eardrum and the back of my ear. Spent the entire day trying to get it out with earwax remover and water. Advil got me to sleep. The day after, I went to the doctor, who prescribed Ciprodex. It hurt quite a bit, but less than the pain from before. I took Advil 2 or 3 times that day. The next day, my ear felt inflamed. Sometimes I felt sharp pain at the back of my ear, but I didn't need Advil that day, though. The next after that is today. It just feels like there's earwax all over the inside of my ear, but no pain. Some pieces I picked out looked like earwax, but I'm thinking it's Ciprodex that has just dried out in my ear canal. For fixing my issue in about two days, I'd say this stuff is actually insanely effective. (Though disclaimer, I have no idea how bacterial infections go for other regions of the body)."

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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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!"

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

"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."

• Mol...
• December 30, 2016

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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."

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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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 "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 "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 "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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 "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."

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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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."

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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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."

• fll...
• October 4, 2021

"I have chronic ear infections, ever since I was a baby, and I’ve never had tubes or anything, so I’m used to ear pain. However, at 21 years old, I just got my first outer ear infection and was given these drops. I was better off before these drops, honestly, it was so painful, and I'm hearing that a lot reading these reviews. I’m glad it wasn’t just me. My ear swelled up insanely, super bright red and getting purple, and I couldn’t talk. It caused my entire left side to be in excruciating pain, including my neck. Who knows, something like that could’ve been a reaction too. On the 3rd day, I finally went and got something else that worked within the first 24 hours, thankfully!"

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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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."

• mai...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 6, 2020

"I have had an ear issue for over 6 months now. I have been on Ciprodex for just as long. Even an oral antibiotic several weeks back did not help. The pain is freaking intense. No infection, well, at least no discharge. No excess earwax. Just a red-hot eardrum. Just pain. The Ciprodex works well for that, better than Tylenol and/or ibuprofen. Makes my ear itchy, though. CT scan was normal. Waiting for a referral to an ear specialist. Not hopeful. If these doctors can't figure out an ear issue, I count my lucky stars that is my only issue!"

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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "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!"

• Cra...
• March 23, 2015

Ciprofloxacin / dexamethasone otic "My son, while at his mother's, put a plastic bead for making jewelry in his ear. They didn't have tools at the ER, and we needed a follow-up with an ENT doctor to get it out. To prevent any type of infection, they gave us Ciprodex and Antipyrine-Benzocaine. For Ciprodex alone, a 7-day supply, they billed the insurance company $203.08. Of that, a 7-day supply cost me $17 out of pocket. Thank you, insurance, for paying the rest."

• Anonymous
• August 17, 2021

"After reading the reviews, I was sort of anxious, however, I am on my fifth day of taking the prescription, and I am feeling near, if not 100%, back to normal. I did not feel any of the pain when taking the drops, as others claim. The only reason I gave it an 8 instead of 10 is because one of my ears became clogged after taking the first day's dosages. After 4 days, my ear became unclogged, and I regained most of my hearing. The pain subsided after 3 days of beginning the medicine. I strongly recommend this medication for those who have swimmer's ear. If you have good insurance, you won’t have to pay much. I only paid about $12."