Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic

Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication used for treating Swimmer’s Ear. 

• Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic is available under the following different brand names: Auro-Dri, EarDry

Common side effects of Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic include:

• Transient pain or burning

Serious side effects of Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic include:

• None

Rare side effects of Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic include:

• none 

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult and pediatric dosage

Otic solution

• (Boric acid 2.75%)/isopropyl alcohol

Swimmer’s Ear

Adult and pediatric dosage

• Instill 3-8 drops in each ear

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first.

• Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic has no noted severe interactions with any other drugs.
• Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic has no noted serious interactions with any other drugs.
• Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic has no noted moderate interactions with any other drugs.
• Boric Acid-Alcohol Otic has no noted minor interactions with any other drugs.

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your health care professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity 

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Flurbiprofen?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Flurbiprofen?”

Cautions

• Contact physician for severe pain/burning after instilling drops
• Discontinue if rash, erythema, or dry skin develops

Pregnancy and Lactation

• Use with caution if the benefits outweigh the risks during pregnancy.
• Lactation
  • Not secreted into breast milk
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek the advice of a health professional before using OTC drugs