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U.S. Brand NamesAcetasol® HC; VoSoL® HC
SynonymsAcetic Acid, Hydrocortisone, and Propylene Glycol Diacetate; Hydrocortisone, Acetic Acid, and Propylene Glycol Diacetate; Hydrocortisone, Propylene Glycol Diacetate, and Acetic Acid; Propylene Glycol Diacetate, Acetic Acid, and Hydrocortisone; Propylene Glycol Diacetate, Hydrocortisone, and Acetic Acid
Generic AvailableYes
Canadian Brand NamesVoSoL® HC
UseTreatment of superficial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antimicrobial, complicated by swelling
Adverse ReactionsFrequency not defined: Otic: Transient burning or stinging may be noticed occasionally when the solution is first instilled into the acutely inflamed ear
Drug InteractionsHydrocortisone: Substrate of CYP3A4 (minor); Induces CYP3A4 (weak)
DosageAdults: Otic: Instill 4 drops in ear(s) 3-4 times/day
Dental Health: Effects on Dental TreatmentNo significant effects or complications reported
Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic PrecautionsNo information available to require special precautions
Mental Health: Effects on Mental StatusNone reported
Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric TreatmentNone reported
Dosage FormsSolution, otic drops: Acetic acid 2%, propylene glycol diacetate 3%, and hydrocortisone 1% (10 mL)
International Brand NamesVoSoL® HC (CA)
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