Borofair Ear Drops

Generic name: acetic acid in aqueous aluminum acetate
Dosage form: ear drops

Borofair Ear Drops Description

Acetic Acid 2% in Aqueous Aluminum Acetate Otic Solution contains acetic acid 2% as the active ingredient, in a solution containing aluminum acetate (formed from Aluminum Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Glacial Acetic Acid), Boric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide and Purified Water. Sodium Hydroxide and/or Glacial Acetic Acid may be added to adjust the pH (3.5 to 5.0). Acetic Acid 2% in Aqueous Aluminum Acetate Otic Solution is instilled in the external auditory canal. Acetic acid is an astringent and antimicrobial agent.

Chemically, acetic acid is C2H4O2 and has the following structural formula:

Molecular weight: 60.05

Borofair Ear Drops - Clinical Pharmacology

Acetic acid is antibacterial and antifungal and is effective against microorganisms (bacteria and fungi) that infect the ears of patients with acute diffuse external otitis. In vitro tests, minimum lethal-time was less than 0.25 minutes when bacteria and fungi isolated from patients with otitis externa were exposed to 2% acetic acid. Quantitative absorption of acetic acid 2% from external auditory canal is not known.

Indications and Usage for Borofair Ear Drops

For the treatment of superficial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antimicrobial.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to acetic acid or any of the ingredients in this product. Perforated tympanic membranes is considered a contraindication to the use of any external ear canal medication.

Warnings

Avoid use or use with caution in patients with perforated tympanic membrane (See CONTRAINDICATIONS).

Precautions

General

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