Question 1

will ciprodex still work if expired?

Accepted Answer

Less reliable: May not work as reliably after the expiration date.

Question 2

is it ok to use ciprodex after it has expired?

Accepted Answer

Expiration: In general, recommend against use of expired medications.

Question 3

is it safe to use ciprodex drops after they expire and will they work?

Accepted Answer

In general: Wouldn't  recommend taking expired medications. Are they expired by 10 days or 10 years???

Question 4

can i take expired ciprodex for my ear?

Accepted Answer

You can, but...: ...It may not be as effective beyond the expiration date. Best to get a new rx if needed and suggested by your physician.

Question 5

had swimmers ear last month, have again. ciprodex $50. have a lot left from last time - bottle never touched ear. not expired. safe to use?

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Yes except....: I&#x27;ve treated a lot of people for middle ear infections that thought they had swimmers ear.  If you have enough drops left for full course then you can try it but don&#x27;t under treat.  Keep ears dry during showers and no swimming until it clears up.  If not improving in 2-3 days see your doctor to confirm diagnosis. And possible ear culture.  If in doubt of diagnosis, see doc first before treatment.

Question 6

my daughter has an ear infection and the ciprodex i have is expired. is it still ok to use?

Accepted Answer

A few months: Past expiration should not create a problem. Be sure you are using for the correct diagnosis.

Question 7

my ciprodex otic suspension ear drops expired january 2020, it is now october 1st 2020 and was wondering if they can still be used ?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: The use by date is basically the last point where the med is promised to be at full strength. It may weaken after that point, but may be strong enough to do what you need.

Question 8

so a few days ago i got water in my ear, thought i got it out but clearly not. now i just have a swollen right lymph node that's very painful, and a clogged ear. can i use my ciprodex drops if they expired december 2022?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, it should be still effective if you keep the bottle at the recommended temperatures. Good luck!

Question 9

ciprodex otic (ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone) suspension for otitis media while pregnant, is this okay?

Accepted Answer

Should be OK: Ciprodex otic (ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone) suspension is often used topically for  otitis externa (inflammation of ear canal).

Question 10

is ciprodex effective after the expiration date?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: In general, it is recommended that medications not be used after expiration date. With that said, there is a big difference between being expired for 5 days versus 5 years. Your pharmacist should be able to provide more information.

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Had swimmers ear last month, have again. ciprodex $50. have a lot left from last time - bottle never touched ear. not expired. safe to use?

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My daughter has an ear infection and the ciprodex i have is expired. is it still ok to use?

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My ciprodex otic suspension ear drops expired january 2020, it is now october 1st 2020 and was wondering if they can still be used ?

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So a few days ago i got water in my ear, thought i got it out but clearly not. now i just have a swollen right lymph node that's very painful, and a clogged ear. can i use my ciprodex drops if they expired december 2022?

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Ciprodex otic (ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone) suspension for otitis media while pregnant, is this okay?

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