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A member asked:

I wanted to know is cipro (ciprofloxacin) hc otic an over-the-counter medication?

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Dr. Robert Douglas answered

Specializes in Orthodontics

No: Cupronickel is a powerful antibiotic which must be managed by a physician, dentist or Physicians Assistant. It is dispensed by prescription only.

Answered 6/1/2017

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