Ciprofloxacin Otic
Cetraxal is a prescription antibiotic ear drop solution containing ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone medication. It is applied topically to treat bacterial infections of the outer ear canal, commonly known as swimmer's ear.
Cetraxal is a topical antibiotic ear drop used to treat outer ear infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 848957
- Generic
- Cetraxal
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Treats acute otitis externa (swimmer's ear) caused by susceptible bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus strains.
Ciprofloxacin inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV enzymes, disrupting bacterial DNA replication and leading to bacterial cell death.
For otic (ear) use only; not for ophthalmic (eye) use. Patients should complete the full prescribed course. Avoid touching the dropper tip to prevent contamination. Consult a healthcare provider if symptoms do not improve within one week.
Official drug label
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