Acetic Acid Otic Solution, Usp

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, Usp
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SPL Set ID 2aaf3781-4f25-4799-8dcd-78d67e226ccc
Route
AURICULAR (OTIC)
Published
Effective Date 2024-03-26
Document Type 34391-3 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL

Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients
Acetic Acid (20 mg)
Inactive Ingredients
Propylene Glycol Benzethonium Chloride Propylene Glycol Diacetate Sodium Acetate Anhydrous Citric Acid

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance
Color: yellow
Marketing Status
ANDA Active Since 1996-07-26

Description

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is a colorless to pale yellow color nonaqueous solution of glacial acetic acid (2%), in a propylene glycol vehicle containing benzethonium chloride, propylene glycol diacetate, and sodium acetate trihydrate. It may also contain citric acid anhydrous. The molecular formula for acetic acid is CH 3 COOH, with a molecular weight of 60.05. The structural formula is: Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is available as a nonaqueous otic solution buffered at pH 3 for use in the external ear canal.

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

Carefully remove all cerumen and debris to allow acetic acid otic solution to contact infected surfaces directly. To promote continuous contact, insert a wick of cotton saturated with the solution 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 the solution 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 otic solution 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.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to acetic acid otic solution or any of the ingredients. Perforated tympanic membrane is considered a contraindication to the use of any medication in the external ear canal.

Adverse Reactions

Stinging or burning may be noted occasionally; local irritation has occurred very rarely.

How Supplied

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 2% is a colorless to pale yellow color solution supplied in 15 mL bottle with dropper plug and extended TIP closure. They are available as follows: Bottle of 15 mL – NDC 62135-801-51


Medication Information

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

Carefully remove all cerumen and debris to allow acetic acid otic solution to contact infected surfaces directly. To promote continuous contact, insert a wick of cotton saturated with the solution 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 the solution 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 otic solution 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.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to acetic acid otic solution or any of the ingredients. Perforated tympanic membrane is considered a contraindication to the use of any medication in the external ear canal.

Adverse Reactions

Stinging or burning may be noted occasionally; local irritation has occurred very rarely.

How Supplied

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 2% is a colorless to pale yellow color solution supplied in 15 mL bottle with dropper plug and extended TIP closure.

They are available as follows:

Bottle of 15 mL – NDC 62135-801-51

Description

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is a colorless to pale yellow color nonaqueous solution of glacial acetic acid (2%), in a propylene glycol vehicle containing benzethonium chloride, propylene glycol diacetate, and sodium acetate trihydrate. It may also containcitric acid anhydrous.

The molecular formula for acetic acid is CH 3COOH, with a molecular weight of 60.05. The structural formula is:

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is available as a nonaqueous otic solution buffered at pH 3 for use in the external ear canal.

Warnings

Discontinue promptly if sensitization or irritation occurs.

Precautions

Transient stinging or burning may be noted occasionally when the solution is first instilled into the acutely inflamed ear.

Pediatric Use

Safety and Effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 3 years have not been established.

Recommended Storage

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

KEEP CONTAINER TIGHTLY CLOSED

Rx Only

Manufactured for:

Chartwell RX, LLC.

Congers, NY 10920

L71805

Rev: 03/2024

Clinical Pharmacology

Acetic acid is anti-bacterial and anti-fungal; propylene glycol is hydrophilic and provides a low surface tension; benzethonium chloride is a surface active agent that promotes contact of the solution with tissues.

Principal Display Panel

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP 2% - NDC 62135-801-51 - 15 mL Bottle Label


Structured Label Content

Warnings (WARNINGS)

Discontinue promptly if sensitization or irritation occurs.

Description (DESCRIPTION)

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is a colorless to pale yellow color nonaqueous solution of glacial acetic acid (2%), in a propylene glycol vehicle containing benzethonium chloride, propylene glycol diacetate, and sodium acetate trihydrate. It may also containcitric acid anhydrous.

The molecular formula for acetic acid is CH 3COOH, with a molecular weight of 60.05. The structural formula is:

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is available as a nonaqueous otic solution buffered at pH 3 for use in the external ear canal.

Precautions (PRECAUTIONS)

Transient stinging or burning may be noted occasionally when the solution is first instilled into the acutely inflamed ear.

Pediatric Use

Safety and Effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 3 years have not been established.

How Supplied (HOW SUPPLIED)

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 2% is a colorless to pale yellow color solution supplied in 15 mL bottle with dropper plug and extended TIP closure.

They are available as follows:

Bottle of 15 mL – NDC 62135-801-51

Adverse Reactions (ADVERSE REACTIONS)

Stinging or burning may be noted occasionally; local irritation has occurred very rarely.

Contraindications (CONTRAINDICATIONS)

Hypersensitivity to acetic acid otic solution or any of the ingredients. Perforated tympanic membrane is considered a contraindication to the use of any medication in the external ear canal.

Recommended Storage (RECOMMENDED STORAGE)

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

KEEP CONTAINER TIGHTLY CLOSED

Rx Only

Manufactured for:

Chartwell RX, LLC.

Congers, NY 10920

L71805

Rev: 03/2024

Clinical Pharmacology (CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY)

Acetic acid is anti-bacterial and anti-fungal; propylene glycol is hydrophilic and provides a low surface tension; benzethonium chloride is a surface active agent that promotes contact of the solution with tissues.

Indications and 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.

Principal Display Panel (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL)

Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP 2% - NDC 62135-801-51 - 15 mL Bottle Label

Dosage and Administration (DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION)

Carefully remove all cerumen and debris to allow acetic acid otic solution to contact infected surfaces directly. To promote continuous contact, insert a wick of cotton saturated with the solution 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 the solution 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 otic solution 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.


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