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Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid for Ear Infections

Corticosteroid [EPC] — ICD-10 H60

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

Ear infections are the most common reason parents bring their child to a doctor. Three out of four children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Adults can also get ear infections, but they are less common. The infection usually affects the middle ear and… More on Ear Infections →

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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 Ear Infections

H60

Other medications for Ear Infections

Amoxicillin and Clavulanate PotassiumCeftriaxoneCefuroximeCephalexinSulfamethoxazoleCefiximeCefprozilCiprofloxacin and Dexamethasone

Frequently asked questions

Is Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid used to treat Ear Infections?

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

What ICD-10 codes apply to Ear Infections?

Ear Infections 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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