Vosol
Chemical Name: VOSOL ACETIC ACID (a-SEE-tik AS-id)
Common Vosol uses
This medicine is an antibacterial used to
treat infections of the ear canal.
Before using Vosol
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. Inform your doctor of
any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Vosol Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. THIS
MEDICINE is for external use only in the
ear. TO USE EAR DROPS: lie down or tilt your
head so that the affected ear faces up. For
adults: gently pull the earlobe up and back
to straighten the ear canal. For children:
gently pull the earlobe down and back to
straighten the ear canal. Drop the medicine
into the ear canal. Keep the ear facing up
for several minutes so the medicine can run
to the bottom of the ear canal. If you have
difficulty keeping this medicine in your
ear, ask your doctor about using a clean
cotton plug in your ear. TO PREVENT GERMS
FROM ENTERING THE MEDICINE, do not touch the
applicator to any surface including the ear.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a
tightly-closed container, away from heat and
light. Avoid freezing. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF
THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses
at once.
Vosol Cautions
If
your symptoms do not improve within a few
days or if they become worse, check with
your doctor.
Possible Vosol side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include stinging, burning, or
itching. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your
doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Vosol
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. This medicine may be harmful if
swallowed.
Additional Vosol information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
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