Acetic Acid
Active ingredient · 2 therapeutic classes
Sold as Endopan HP · GI Distress · BHI Migraine · SANDERSONS THROAT…
- Drug class
- Organic Acids
- Availability
- Prescription and OTC
- Routes
- Auricular (Otic), Oral
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 5
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 22
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Acetic Acid is an organic acid [1]. It is approved for the treatment of superficial infections of the external auditory canal that are caused by microorganisms susceptible to its antimicrobial action [1].
This active ingredient is available under various brand names, including GI Distress, Endopan HP, and BHI Migraine [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 22 adverse event reports associated with this ingredient [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include cough, nausea, increased brain natriuretic peptide, cardiac disorder, and chest discomfort [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 4 | December 27, 2024 |
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 1 | October 11, 2024 |
USUnited States· FDA
4 products
Uses
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
For the treatment of superficial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antimicrobial.
How to take
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
1 product
Uses
For symptomatic relief of sore throat, hoarseness, loss of voice and catarrh, and as a preventative gargle when these symptoms begin to appear or are expected to appear. Sanderson's Throat Specific Mixture is indicated in adults and children aged 8 years and over.
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 0c5ebd59-0e98-4e… · revised December 27, 2024 [PDF]
- [2]MHRA (UK) · PL196640002 · revised October 11, 2024
- [3]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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