Question 1

is ciprofloxacin used to treat ear infections?

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Yes: Cipro (ciprofloxacin) can be used PO (by mouth) or topically in the ear canal for ear infections.

Question 2

how to treat an ear infection without cipro (ciprofloxacin)?

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I assume you..: Are talking about an  external ear infection and referring to Cipro (ciprofloxacin) drops. If so, a 50:50 mixture of white vinegar and rubbing alcohol works well for killing bacteria and fungus. I recommend using it twice a day and flushing the canal with peroxide at the end of the day. If that doesn't improve things over a 3 to 4 day period you should see a doctor.

Question 3

can cipro (ciprofloxacin) be taken internally to treat ear infection?

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Ciprofloxacin is an: Antibiotic that comes in an oral dose and a topical drops. If you are treating an external ear infection the topical medication is far superior because it produces a much higher concentration directly to the bacteria. If the canal is blocked with cerumen and debris the canal must be cleared first. The oral form  is not the preferred treatment for middle ear or external infections.

Question 4

i've been switched from biaxin to cipro (ciprofloxacin) to treat middle ear infection because biaxin didn't help me. i need to take it for 7 days. is this enough?

Accepted Answer

Usually enough: Usually a seven day course of Cipro (ciprofloxacin) would be enough to treat the infection if the cause is bacterial and it is sensitive to Cipro (ciprofloxacin). Since it did not respond to Biaxin, I encourage you to follow-up with your physician at the end of treatment to make sure things are clear. You may still have a little fluid left in the ear, but the redness and cloudiness should have cleared up.

Question 5

can clindamycin be used to treat prostatitis? i can't take cipro (ciprofloxacin) or doxycycline. i am taking clindamycin for ear infection, but have uncured prostatit

Accepted Answer

Not clindamycin: The next choices if fluoroquinolone (Cipro) or tetracycline (doxy) cannot be used is trimethoprim-Sulfa or fosfomycin. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 6

my doctor changed the antibiotic to cipro (ciprofloxacin) because biaxin didn't help treat my middle ear infection. will cipro (ciprofloxacin) cure it?

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Antibiotic: You don't say what you are being treated for, what the causative organism is, whether it is sensitive to the antibiotics that have been prescribed, etc.  Cannot possibly answer your question without more data.

Question 7

what if ciprofloxacin doesn't work for an ear infection?

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Bacterial infection?: First, is the diagnosis correct?  Most upper respiratory infections are viral, particularly in adults.  Because it is unlikely that a culture was taken, a physician will select an antibiotic empirically. That is, he or she will choose an antibiotic that is pharmacodynamically the best.  Finally, if it is a bacterial infection, it may be that Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is not effective.  Need a correct diagnosis.

Question 8

was given cipro (ciprofloxacin) for a possible ear infection, never started taking it still have it unopened should i be taking it?

Accepted Answer

Cipro (ciprofloxacin) works: Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that is highly effective for outer ear infections when placed topically into the ear canal. It is typically administered multiple times daily for up to 10 days or longer in the affected ear. If your diagnosis was recent, and especially if your symptoms are persistent, you would be well-advised to follow your physician's instructions.

Question 9

i have a marina iud and i'm taking ciprofloxacin for an ear infection.  should i avoid sex with my long term boyfriend or use protection?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: Antibiotics can affect the metabolism of different medications including birth control pills however intrauterine devices effectiveness shouldn't be affected by antibiotics.

Question 10

how many days is cipro (ciprofloxacin) taken orally for ear infections in adults?

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Varies w severity: Oral Cipro, (ciprofloxacin) depending on severity of any infection, can very in length from usually 5-14 days. That being said, 7 days is usually adequate for most ear infections, as overuse of any antibiotic can eventually lead to future bacterial resistance, which in the flouroquinolone  class is becoming more prevalent.  Best wishes.

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