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Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid for Cellulitis

Corticosteroid [EPC] — ICD-10 H60

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid is used in the treatment of cellulitis, based on its FDA-labeled indications. It is a corticosteroid [epc].

Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and deep underlying tissues. Group A strep ( streptococcal ) bacteria are the most common cause. The bacteria enter your body when you get an injury such as a bruise, burn, surgical cut, or wound. Symptoms include: Fever and chills Swollen g… More on Cellulitis →

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How Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid is used

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

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Carefully remove all cerumen and debris to allow hydrocortisone 1% and acetic acid 2% otic solution to contact infected surfaces directly. To promote continuous contact, insert a wick of cotton saturated with the solution 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 the solution every 4 to 6 hours. The wick may be removed after 24 hours but the patient should continue to instill 5 drops 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.

Warnings

WARNINGS Discontinue promptly if sensitization or irritation occurs.

Side effects

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

ICD-10 codes for Cellulitis

H60

Other medications for Cellulitis

GentamicinCeftriaxoneAmikacinCiprofloxacin and DexamethasoneCiprofloxacin Hydrochloride and HydrocortisoneSulfadiazineCiprofloxacin Hydrochloride and DexamethasoneClindamycin in 5 Percent Dextrose

Frequently asked questions

Is Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid used to treat Cellulitis?

Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid is used in the treatment of cellulitis — corticosteroid [epc]. Use it only as prescribed — your clinician decides whether it's right for you.

What ICD-10 codes apply to Cellulitis?

Cellulitis is coded in ICD-10-CM as H60.

Informational only, drawn from FDA labeling and NIH MedlinePlus — not medical advice. Talk to your clinician about whether Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid is right for you.

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