Otiprio

Generic name:ciprofloxacin otic [ SIP-roe-FLOX-a-sin-OH-tik ]
Brand names: Cetraxal, Otiprio
Drug class:Otic anti-infectives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jan 31, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Otiprio?

Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic in a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones (flor-o-KWIN-o-lones). Ciprofloxacin fights bacteria in the body.

Otiprio (for use in the ears) is used to treat ear infections that affect the outer ear canal (also called otitis externa). This type of ear infection is sometimes called "swimmer's ear."

The Otiprio brand of Otiprio is used to treat inner ear infections (also called otitis media) in children who are having ear tube surgery.

Otiprio may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Otiprio if you are allergic to ciprofloxacin (Cipro) or similar antibiotics, such as gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, or ofloxacin.

It is not known whether ciprofloxacin used in the ears will harm an unborn baby. Your body may not absorb ear medicine in amounts large enough to get into your bloodstream. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether ciprofloxacin used in the ears could pass into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Cetraxal ear drops are not approved for use by a child younger than 1 year old.

How should I use Otiprio?

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not take by mouth. Otiprio is for use only in the ears.

Cetraxal ear drops should be used 2 times daily for 7 days, unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Your doses should be spaced at least 12 hours apart.

Wash your hands before using the ear drops.

To use the ear drops:

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