Acetasol HC
(hydrocortisone / acetic acid)
Treats outer ear swelling and infections.
Our bottom line
While Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) can be used to help treat ear infections, acetic acid isn't a strong antibiotic. Since you need to put cotton that has been soaked in Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) into your ear for the first 24 hours of treatment, it's not a convenient option.
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- Drug class: Ear
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (hydrocortisone / acetic acid)
Upsides
- Unlike other ear drops, Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) won't cause hearing problems or make you lose your balance.
- Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) is gentler on your skin than other options and won't cause skin rashes.
- It's safe to use in children 3 years of age and older.
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What to expect from hydrocortisone acetic acid, on one page
Download Fact SheetDownsides
- The acetic acid in Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) isn't a very strong antibiotic.
- You need to soak a piece of cotton in Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid), and then place it in your ear for the first 24 hours of treatment.
- The smell of acetic acid can become annoying.
- There are other medicines that can clear ear infections much faster.
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What to expect from hydrocortisone acetic acid, on one page
Download Fact SheetAcetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) is a combination medication. Hydrocortisone is a steroid that calms down swelling and irritation. Acetic acid is an anti-infective that kills any fungus or bacteria that cause the ear infection.
- Drug class: Ear
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (hydrocortisone / acetic acid)
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Dosage forms
- Ear drops
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What to expect when you take Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) for Ear infection
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- Possible side effects
- Skin irritation
- Stinging
- Burning
Side effect rates for Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid)
Risks and Warnings for Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Using Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid) can irritate the skin around your ear. Talk to your doctor if it bothers you.
Common concerns from people taking Acetasol HC (hydrocortisone / acetic acid)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?Research studies with animals found harmful effects on unborn babies. It hasn’t been properly studied in humans. The benefits might outweigh the risks even if you’re pregnant. Talk with your doctor.
Tip: Always talk with your doctor before you take any medication while pregnant.