Pharmacology: Ciprofloxacin/Dexamethasone

What is the therapeutic class of Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex)?

What is the pharmacologic class of Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex)?

What are the actions and uses of Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex)?

What are some adverse reactions of Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex)?

What is a major interaction to consider with Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex)?

What nursing responsibilities are important when administering Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex)?

Administer ______ drops into the AA ear BID for Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex).

What is a contraindication for Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone (Ciprodex)?

Therapeutic Class

Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone is used primarily for treating otitis media.

Pharmacologic Class

It belongs to the class of antibiotics and corticosteroids.

Actions and Uses

Administered as ear drops, it acts as a bactericidal agent.
Inhibits the action of multiple inflammatory cytokines, which helps manage bacterial infections.

Adverse Reactions

Possible side effects include the risk of secondary infections and ear discomfort.
Patients may experience otalgia, a common ear pain.

Interactions

Severe hypersensitivity reactions may occur in individuals allergic to ciprofloxacin or dexamethasone.

Nursing Responsibilities

Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection and assess pain levels.
Ensure that the patient is positioned correctly for optimal medication delivery.
Inspect the ear for potential wax buildup and evaluate any reduction in inflammation.

Teachings

Instill four drops into the affected ear twice daily for a duration of seven days.
Patients should lay on the non-effective ear and maintain this position for ten minutes post-application.
Warm the drops before use and encourage five pumps of the ear after administration.
For adults, pull the ear up and back; for children, pull down and back during application.

Contraindications

Use is contraindicated in cases of viral external ear infections and in patients with known allergies to quinolone antibiotics.

This quiz covers the therapeutic and pharmacologic classes of ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone, primarily used for treating otitis media. Explore its actions, uses, adverse reactions, drug interactions, nursing responsibilities, and patient teaching guidelines related to this medication.