Otitis externa: Otic: Insert saturated wick of cotton; keep moist 24 hours by adding 3 to 5 drops every 4 to 6 hours; remove wick after 24 hours and instill 5 drops 3 to 4 times daily.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling. However, dosage adjustment unlikely due to low systemic absorption.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling. However, dosage adjustment unlikely due to low systemic absorption.
(For additional information see "Acetic acid (otic): Pediatric drug information")
Otitis externa, acute: Children ≥3 years and Adolescents: Otic: Insert saturated wick of cotton; keep moist 24 hours by adding 3 to 5 drops every 4 to 6 hours; remove wick after 24 hours and instill 5 drops 3 to 4 times daily. Note: In children, 3 to 4 drops may be sufficient due to the smaller capacity of the ear canal
Children ≥3 years and Adolescents: There are no dosing adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.
Children ≥3 years and Adolescents: There are no dosing adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.
Refer to adult dosing.
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Solution, Otic:
Generic: 2% (15 mL)
Yes
Otic: For otic use only. After removing cerumen and debris, saturate a cotton wick with the solution and insert into the ear canal (alternatively, wick may be saturated after insertion). Wick should remain in place for ≥24 hours and then removed; however, drops should continue to be instilled into ear canal as long as indicated.
Otic: For otic use only. After removing cerumen and debris, saturate a cotton wick with the solution and insert into the ear canal (alternatively, wick may be saturated after insertion). Wick should remain in place for ≥24 hours and then removed; however, drops should continue to be instilled into ear canal as long as indicated.
Otitis externa: Treatment of superficial bacterial or fungal infections of the external auditory canal.
The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified. Frequency not defined.
Central nervous system: Localized burning, stinging sensation
Local: Local irritation
Hypersensitivity to acetic acid or any component of the formulation; perforated tympanic membrane
None known.
There are no known significant interactions.
Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted.
Use with caution in breast-feeding women.
Solution (Acetic Acid Otic)
2% (per mL): $2.67 - $3.20
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