Acetic ACID/Hydrocortison Ear Solution

GENERIC NAME: HYDROCORTISONE (hye-droe-KOR-ti-sone) and ACETIC ACID (a-SEAT-ic AS-id)

COMMON USES: This medicine is an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial combination used to treat infections of the ear canal.

HOW TO USE THIS MEDICINE: Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE is for external use only in the ear. TO USE EAR DROPS: lie down or tilt your head so that the affected ear faces up. For adults: gently pull the earlobe up and back to straighten the ear canal. For children: gently pull the earlobe down and back to straighten the ear canal. Drop the medicine into the ear canal. Keep the ear facing up for several minutes so the medicine can run to the bottom of the ear canal. If you have difficulty keeping this medicine in your ear, ask your doctor about using a clean cotton plug in your ear. TO PREVENT GERMS FROM ENTERING THE MEDICINE, do not touch the applicator to any surface including the ear. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. Avoid freezing. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

CAUTIONS: If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include stinging, burning, or itching. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE: INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.

The information in this monograph is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions, or adverse effects. This information is generalized and is not intended as specific medical advice. If you have questions about the medicines you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.