Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Prescribing Information

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Description

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is a solution containing hydrocortisone (1%) and acetic acid (2%), in a propylene glycol vehicle containing benzethonium chloride (0.02%), citric acid (0.05%), propylene glycol diacetate (3%) and sodium acetate (0.0025%). The empirical formulas for acetic acid and hydrocortisone are CH 3COOH, and C 21H 30O 5, with a molecular weight of 60.05 and 362.46, respectively.
The structural formulas are:

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid is available as a nonaqueous otic solution buffered at pH 3 for use in the external ear canal.

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid - Clinical Pharmacology

Acetic acid is antibacterial and antifungal; hydrocortisone is anti-inflammatory, antiallergic and antipruritic; 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 Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid

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

Related/similar drugs

ceftazidime, Ciprodex, Cortisporin Otic, Pediotic, Fortaz

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid or any of the ingredients; herpes simplex, vaccinia and varicella. 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.

Adverse Reactions/Side Effects

Stinging or burning may be noted occasionally; local irritation has occurred very rarely.

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-800-922-1038 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Dosage and Administration

Carefully remove all cerumen and debris to allow Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid to contact infected surfaces directly. To promote continuous contact, insert a wick of cotton saturated with Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid 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 Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid every 4 to 6 hours. The wick may be removed after 24 hours but the patient should continue to instill 5 drops of Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid 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 is Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid supplied

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, containing hydrocortisone (1%) and acetic acid (2%), is available in 10 mL, measured-drop, safety-tip plastic bottles (NDC 0713-0849-09).

STORAGE

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Keep container tightly closed.

Rx only

Distributed by:
Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
South Plainfield, NJ 07080

Rev. 12/2023
8-0849CPLNC1
VC7758

PACKAGE/LABEL PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

NDC 0713- 0849-09

Rx only

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP

10 mL

Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

NDC 0713- 0849-09

Rx only

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP

10 mL

Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.