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Acetic Acid: Uses, Side Effects and Dosage

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Prescription (Rx)
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0.25 g/100 mL
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Source: FDA drug labeling via NLM DailyMed · About this document

Patient information: uses, side effects, how to take - Acetic Acid

Directions for Use of PIC™ (Plastic Irrigation Container)

Not for injection.

Aseptic technique is required.

  1. 1.

    Caution – Before use, perform the following checks:

    1. (a) Read the label. Ensure solution is the one ordered and is within the expiration date.
    2. (b) Invert container and inspect the solution in good light for cloudiness, haze, or particulate matter; check the container for leakage or damage. Any container which is suspect should not be used.

    Use only if solution is clear and container and seal are intact.

    Single-dose container. Discard unused portion.

  2. 2.

    Outer Closure Removal – Grasp the container with one hand and turn the breakaway ring counterclockwise with the other hand until slight resistance is felt. Then, twisting the container in the opposite direction, turn the breakaway ring sharply until the entire outer cap is loose and can be lifted off. (Figure 1)

  3. 3.

    Connect the administration set through the sterile set port according to set instructions (Figure 2) or remove screw cap and pour.

  4. 4. Do not warm above 150°F (66°C) to assure minimal bottle distortion. Keep bottles upright.

About this document

Source: FDA drug labeling via NLM DailyMed · Application number: NDA 018161 · View the label on DailyMed

Revision date stated in the text: June 2023

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Drug information for Acetic Acid

Rx or OTC
Prescription (Rx)?
  • This drug is available only with a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
  • Rx
Active ingredient Acetic acid 0.25 g/100 mL
Dosage form Irrigant
Route Irrigation
Marketing status listed in the FDA NDC Directory
Company (applicant) B BRAUN
FDA approval NDA 018161New Drug Application (NDA) Approved August 6, 1979
Therapeutic equivalence (TE) code ATCodes starting with A mean the FDA rates the drug therapeutically equivalent to its reference drug (Orange Book).
Manufacturers 4 labelers list this drug on DailyMed
Packages (NDC)
Package
0.25 g/100 mL – 1000 ml in 1 container / 16 in 1 case NDC 0264-2304-00
0.25 g/100 mL – 500 ml in 1 container / 16 in 1 case NDC 0264-2304-10

Source: FDA drug labeling via NLM DailyMed, data as of October 31, 2026. FDA data (DailyMed, Orange Book, Drug Shortages, enforcement reports). Not a substitute for the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.