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ACETIC ACID OTIC SOLUTION, USP SOL 0.02 15ML

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50383-0889-15 AKORN 15 2% SOLUTION
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Description
DESCRIPTION Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is a solution of acetic acid (2%), in a propylene glycol vehicle containing propylene glycol diacetate (3%), benzethonium chloride (0.02%), and sodium acetate (0.015%). The empirical formula for acetic acid is CH 3 COOH, with a molecular weight of 60.05. The structural formula is: Acetic Acid is available as a nonaqueous otic solution buffered at pH 3 for use in the external ear canal. Acetic Acid
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP containing 2% acetic acid, is available in 15 mL (NDC 50383- 889-15) measured-drop, safety-tip plastic bottles.
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE For the treatment of superficial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antimicrobial.
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Carefully remove all cerumen and debris to allow Acetic Acid to contact infected surfaces directly. To promote continuous contact, insert a wick of cotton saturated with Acetic Acid into the ear canal; the wick may also be saturated after insertion. Instruct the patient to keep the wick in for at least 24 hours and to keep it moist by adding 3 to 5 drops of Acetic Acid every 4 to 6 hours. The wick may be removed after 24 hours but the patient should continue to instill 5 drops of Acetic Acid 3 or 4 times daily thereafter, for as long as indicated. In pediatric patients, 3 to 4 drops may be sufficient due to the smaller capacity of the ear canal.