Dosing & Uses
AdultPediatric
Dosage Forms & Strengths
boric acid/alcohol otic
otic solution
- (boric acid 2.75%)/isopropyl alcohol
Swimmer’s Ear
Instill 3-8 gtt in each ear
Dosage Forms & Strengths
boric acid/alcohol otic
otic solution
- (boric acid 2.75%)/isopropyl alcohol
Swimmer’s Ear
Instill 3-8 gtt in each ear
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Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
Contact physician for severe pain/burning after instilling drops
Discontinue if rash, erythema, or dry skin develops
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Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: Not secreted into breast milk
Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Previous
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Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Boric acid is a weak topical anti-infective agent
Isopropyl alcohol is used as a drying agent
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Images
BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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Swim Ear otic (ear) - | 95-5 % drops | ![]() |
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