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Acetic Acid, Propylene Glycol Diacetate, and Hydrocortisone


Pronunciation

 (a SEE tik AS id, PRO pa leen GLY kole dye AS e tate, & hye droe KOR ti sone)


U.S. Brand Names

 Acetasol® HC; VoSoL® HC


Synonyms

 Acetic 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 Available

 Yes


Canadian Brand Names

 VoSoL® HC


Use

 Treatment of superficial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antimicrobial, complicated by swelling


Adverse Reactions

 Frequency not defined: Otic: Transient burning or stinging may be noticed occasionally when the solution is first instilled into the acutely inflamed ear


Drug Interactions

 Hydrocortisone: Substrate of CYP3A4 (minor); Induces CYP3A4 (weak)


Dosage

 Adults: Otic: Instill 4 drops in ear(s) 3-4 times/day


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

 No significant effects or complications reported


Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions

 No information available to require special precautions


Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status

 None reported


Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment

 None reported


Dosage Forms

 Solution, otic drops: Acetic acid 2%, propylene glycol diacetate 3%, and hydrocortisone 1% (10 mL)


International Brand Names

 VoSoL® HC (CA)


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