FDA Label for Acetic Acid
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Acetic Acid Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Morton Grove Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Description
Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is a nonaqueous solution of glacial acetic acid, USP (2%), in a propylene glycol vehicle containing benzethonium chloride, USP (0.02%); propylene glycol diacetate, NF (3%) and sodium acetate, USP (0.015%). It may also contain citric acid, USP.
The molecular formula for acetic acid is CH3COOH, with a molecular weight of 60.05. The structural formula is:
Acetic Acid Otic Solution is available as a nonaqueous otic solution buffered at pH 3 for use in the external ear canal.
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
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 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.
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.
Adverse Reactions
Stinging or burning may be noted occasionally; local irritation has occurred very rarely.
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.
How Supplied
Acetic Acid Otic Solution USP, 2% is supplied in 15 mL measured drop, safety-tip plastic bottles.
Recommended Storage
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
KEEP CONTAINER TIGHTLY CLOSED
Rx Only
Product No.: 8741
Manufactured For:
Wockhardt USA, LLC
Parsippany, NJ 07054
Manufactured By:
Morton Grove Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Morton Grove, IL 60053
A50-8741-15
REV. 09-12
Principal Display Panel
MGP
NDC 60432-741-15
ACETIC ACID
OTIC
SOLUTION
USP, 2%
DO NOT USE IF BAND
PRINTED "SEALED FOR YOUR
PROTECTION" AROUND CAP
IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
Rx Only
NET CONTENTS:
15 mL
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