This ophthalmic suspension is indicated for the treatment of acute otitis externa in adult and paediatric patients due to susceptible strains of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Proteus mirabilis .
Ciprofloxacin & Hydrocortisone is a quinolone antibiotic and corticosteroid combination. It works by killing bacteria by stopping the production of essential proteins needed by the bacteria to survive. It also reduces inflammation (redness, swelling, itching).
Adult dose : After Cleansing, 2-4 drops instilled thrice to four times a day and at night or as directed by the physician. Paediatric use : Safety and efficacy of Ciprocort otic suspension have been established in paediatric patients 2 years and older in adequate and well controlled clinical trials.
Rare reports of headache, pruritis, migraine, hyperesthesia, paresthesia, fungal dermatitis, cough, rash, urticaria, and alopecia have been reported.
It should be discontinued at the first appearance of a skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity.
Always consult a registered doctor before taking any medicine. This information is for general knowledge only.
There are no known drug interactions.
As with other antibiotic preparations, use of Bactin HC may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organism including fungi. If the infection is not improved after one week of therapy, culture should be obtained to guide future treatment.