Acetasol HC (otic)
Generic name:acetic acid and hydrocortisone (otic) [ as-SEET-ik-AS-sid-and-HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone ]
Brand names: Acetasol HC, Vosol HC
Drug class:Otic steroids with anti-infectives
The Acetasol HC brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Acetasol HC otic?
Acetic acid is an antibiotic that treats infections caused by bacteria or fungus.
Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.
Acetasol HC (for the ear) is a combination medicine used to treat infections in the ear canal, and to relieve the symptoms of redness, itching, or swelling. Acetasol HC will not treat an inner ear infection (also called otitis media).
Acetasol HC may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Acetasol HC if you have a hole in your ear drum (ruptured ear drum).
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Acetasol HC if you are allergic to it, or if you have a hole in your ear drum (ruptured ear drum).
To make sure Acetasol HC is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
severe ear pain;
hearing problems; or
fever.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Acetasol HC should not be used on a child younger than 3 years old.
How should I use Acetasol HC otic?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
For best results, remove any ear wax or other debris before using this medicine. Ask your doctor about safe methods of ear wax removal.
To use the ear drops:
Soak a small piece of cotton with several drops of this medicine and then insert it into your ear. Or you may insert the cotton into your ear first and then drop in enough medicine to soak the cotton inside the ear canal.
Leave the cotton in your ear for at least 24 hours, and keep it moist by adding 3 to 5 drops of the medicine to the cotton every 4 to 6 hours.
After removing the cotton, you may then place the drops directly into your ear 3 or 4 times daily. Use only the number of drops ...
