What is Cipro HC: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

What is Cipro HC: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025 • Published Dec 31, 2020

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Cipro HC overview

BRAND NAMES:

Ciprodex, Cipro HC, Cortisporin, Cortisporin TC, Otovel, Otovel, Otovel

Generic Names:

Cipro Hc

Uses:

Treats infections of the ear canal, minor swelling of the ear, and other ear problems.

Therapeutic Classes:

Antibacterial, Anti-Infective/Anti-Inflammatory Combination

Forms:

Liquid, Drop

How it’s taken:

Into the ear

What is Cipro HC used for?

What form(s) does Cipro HC come in

Liquid
Drop

What are common Cipro HC doses?

Bottle 10ML of 0.2-1%

Common Cipro HC prescriptions

Cipro HC
10ml of 0.2-1% bottle

How to take Cipro HC

Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
Wash your hands.
Warm the drops by holding the bottle in your hands for a few minutes.
Shake the suspension well before using.
Never touch the dropper to your ear or anything else.
Lie down or tilt your head to the side.
Drop the prescribed number of drops into the ear.
Keep the ear tilted up for a few minutes or insert a cotton plug into the ear.
Wash your hands again so as not to spread the infection.
Keep the ear tilted up for a few minutes or insert a cotton plug into the ear.
Never touch the dropper to your ear or anything else.
Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
Wash your hands.
Warm the drops by holding the bottle in your hands for a few minutes.
Wash your hands again so as not to spread the infection.
Lie down or tilt your head to the side.
Drop the prescribed number of drops into the ear.
Shake the suspension well before using.

What to do if you miss a dose of Cipro HC

Use as soon as possible except when it is close to the time for your next dose.
If almost time for next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.
You should not use two doses at the same time.

Cipro HC contraindications

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic medicines or to steroids such as cortisone, hydrocortisone, or prednisone.

Cipro HC warnings

Make sure your doctor knows if you have a history of ear problems or a perforated ear drum.
If you have herpes simplex or chicken pox, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
If your symptoms do not get better in one week or become worse, call your doctor.

Cipro HC interactions

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have a history of ear problems or a perforated ear drum.
If you have herpes simplex or chicken pox, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
If your symptoms do not get better in one week or become worse, call your doctor.

Cipro HC side effects

Serious Side Effects

Skin rash, redness, swelling or intense itching that develops after you start using this medicine.

Less Serious Side Effects

Stinging or burning of the ear