Ciprofloxacin / Hydrocortisone Otic Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 4, 2024.

Applies to ciprofloxacin/hydrocortisone otic: otic suspension.

Other side effects

Some side effects of ciprofloxacin / hydrocortisone otic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common side effects

• headache

Incidence not known

• cough
• hair loss or thinning of hair
• headache, severe and throbbing

Serious side effects

Along with its needed effects, ciprofloxacin/hydrocortisone otic may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking ciprofloxacin / hydrocortisone otic:

Incidence not known

• blistering, crusting, irritation, itching, or reddening of the skin
• burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
• cracked, dry, or scaly skin
• hives or welts
• itching
• redness of the skin
• skin rash
• swelling

For healthcare professionals

Applies to ciprofloxacin / hydrocortisone otic: otic suspension.

General adverse events

The most commonly occurring side effects included headache, fever, and pruritus.^[Ref]

Other

• Common (1% to 10%): Fever, otitis externa (non-treated ear), otitis media
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Full sensation of the ear
• Postmarketing reports: Hearing disorder, hypoacusis, tinnitus^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Pruritus
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rash, urticaria
• Frequency not reported: Alopecia, fungal dermatitis
• Postmarketing reports: Fungal skin infection, skin exfoliation^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Common (1% to 10%): Headache
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypesthesia, paresthesia
• Frequency not reported: Migraine
• Postmarketing reports: Dizziness^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Common (1% to 10%): Nausea^[Ref]

Immunologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Infection^[Ref]

Local

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Ear disorder, ear pain
• Postmarketing reports: Ear canal erythema, ear congestion, ear discomfort, ear pruritus, medication residue with/without symptoms^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Frequency not reported: Cough^[Ref]

Ocular

• Postmarketing reports: Blurred vision

Further information

Ciprofloxacin/hydrocortisone otic side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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