Acetic Acid/aluminum is used to treat certain infections of the outer ear.
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Domeboro, Borofair
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Acetic Acid/aluminum Acet-Otic
Domeboro, Borofair
Uses
Acetic Acid/aluminum is used to treat certain infections of the outer ear.
Storage
- This may be stored in the refrigerator or at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Discard this if the solution turns brown, cloudy or contains particles.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Acetic Acid/aluminum may be harmful if swallowed.
How
To Use - For best effects, Acetic Acid/aluminum must be used as directed.
- Continue using it for the full time prescribed.
- Stopping Acetic Acid/aluminum too soon may not clear the infection and could possibly result in a reinfection.
- Do not use Acetic Acid/aluminum more often or continue to use it for longer than directed.
- Apply ear drops to the affected ear(s) as follows: Wash hands first.
- To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or let it touch your ear.
- If the medication has been refrigerated, hold the bottle in your hand for a few minutes to warm it.
- If the drops are a suspension (not a solution), shake well for 10 seconds before using.
- Lie on your side or tilt the affected ear up.
- Place dropper directly over the ear and administer the prescribed number of drops.
- To help the drops roll into the ear, in adults, hold the earlobe up and back and in children, hold the earlobe down and back.
- Keep the head tilted for about two minutes or insert a soft cotton plug if directed to do so.
- Do not rinse the dropper.
Side
Effects - Acetic Acid/aluminum may temporarily sting or burn your ear for a minute or two when applied.
- If this continues or becomes bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor immediately if you develop: a skin rash, itching/burning/redness/swelling/pain in or around the ears.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have: other infections, allergies (especially drug allergies).
- Acetic Acid/aluminum should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Missed
Dose - If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug
Interactions - Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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