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Brand Name :
VoSol, Vasotate, Acetasol, Vosol otic
Synonyms :
Acetic acid auricular, aceticum acidum, ethanoate, HOAc, Ethylic acid, Vinegar
Class :
Otic anti-infectives
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Solution
2%
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Solution
2%
Refer to adult dosing
Actions and spectrum:
This medicine treats ear infections. It stops bacterial, fungal growth. Drying ear canal prevents fungus, bacteria growth.
Frequency not defined
Mild stinging
Burning sensation on use
Local irritation
Swelling of lips, face, throat, or tongue
Breathing difficulty
Hives
Black Box Warning
Not for internal use.
External Ear application only.
Contraindication:
Hypersensitivity
Ruptured eardrum
Cautions:
Transient stinging
Pregnancy/Lactation
Pregnancy consideration:
The US FDA has categorized this medicine into pregnancy category C.
Lactation:
N/A
Pregnancy category:
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.
<b>Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:
Acetic acid auricular works against fungus and bacteria infections in the ears. This medicine fights both kinds of germs. It helps cure many ear infection types. Acetic acid auricular has properties that kill fungi and bacteria. Ear infections happen when these microbes get inside the ear. This medicine stops them from growing and spreading.
Pharmacodynamics:
Limited data available
Pharmacokinetics:
Limited data available
Administration:
First, make sure your ear doesn’t have any blockage. Soak a cotton wick in the solution. Then, carefully put the wet wick into your ear canal. Leave it there for 24 hours. Every 4 to 6 hours, add 3 to 5 more drops to keep the wick moist.
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: acetic acid auricular
Why do we use acetic acid auricular?
These drops kill germs that cause ear infections. They fight bacteria and fungus in outer or inner ear problems. Doctors prescribe them to treat otitis externa or otitis media.
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