Aluminum Acetate
Active ingredient
Sold as Tricalm Hydrogel · OTI-SOL
- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical, Otic
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 2
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 1
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Aluminum Acetate is a topical agent approved for the temporary relief of minor skin irritations [1]. These irritations may include those caused by poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. It is also indicated for relief from insect bites and rashes that may result from exposure to soaps, detergents, cosmetics, or jewelry. Additionally, Aluminum Acetate can be used to treat athlete's foot [1].
This active ingredient is available under various brand names, including Tricalm Hydrogel [1]. In the past 12 months, there has been 1 adverse event report associated with Aluminum Acetate [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include cataract, memory impairment, peripheral swelling, surgery, and vertigo positional [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 1 | October 20, 2023 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 1 | March 22, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
1 product
Uses
For the temporary relief of minor skin irritations due to: poison ivy poison oak poison sumac insect bites rashes caused by soaps, detergents, cosmetics, or jewelry athlete's foot
How to take
adults and children two years of age and older, apply to affected areas as needed or as directed by a physician consult a physician for children under the age of two
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Most-reported reactions to the US regulator (12 mo to June 4, 2026): 1 reports total. [3]
- Cataract 1
- Memory Impairment 1
- Peripheral Swelling 1
- Surgery 1
- Vertigo Positional 1
Side effects & warnings
For external use only. When using this product avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or symptoms last for more than 7 days
For external use only. When using this product avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or symptoms last for more than 7 days
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Brands in United States (1)
CACanada· Health Canada
1 product
1 product on record with this regulator. Detailed label text (uses, dosage, side effects) is being ingested — the original document is linked under Sources [2].
Brands in Canada (1)
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 082c6441-be47-44… · revised October 20, 2023 [PDF]
- [2]Health Canada (DPD) · 02436280 · revised March 22, 2025
- [3]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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