Acella Antipyrine and Benzocaine Otic Solution

Generic name: antipyrine and benzocaine
Drug class:Otic anesthetics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 22, 2021.

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DESCRIPTION: Each mL contains:

Antipyrine.....54 mg (5.4%)

Benzocaine.....14.0 mg (1.4%)

(also contains glycerin and oxyquinoline sulfate)

Antipyrine and Benzocaine Otic Solution is an otic solution containing antipyrine, benzocaine, oxyquinoline sulfate and anhydrous glycerin for use in the ear. The solution congeals at 0C (32F) but returns to normal consistency, unchanged at room temperature.

Antipyrine is an analgesic with local anesthetic action, it is chemically 2,3-dimethyl-1-phyl-3-pyrazolin-5-one. Antipyrine occurs as colorless crystals or white powder, has a slightly bitter taste and is soluble in water and alcohol.

Benzocaine is a local anesthetic. it is chemically ethyl-p-aminobenzoate or Benzoic Acid, 4-amino, ethyl ester. The active ingredients are represented by the following structural formula

Antipyrine and Benzocaine Otic Solution comibine the hygroscopic property of anhydrous glycerin with the analgesic action of antipyrine and benzocaine to relieve pressure, reduce inflammation and congestion, and alleviate pain and discomfort in acute otitis media. Antipyrine and Benzocaine Otic Solution does not blanch the tympanic membrane or mask the landmarks and, therefore, does not distort the otoscopic picture

Indications and Usage: Acute Otitis Media of Various Etiologies

Prompt relief of pain and reduction of inflammation in the congestive and serous stages.

Adjuvant therapy during systemic antibiotic administration for resolution of the infection.

Because of the close anatomical relationship of the eustachian tube to the nasal cavity, otitis media is a frequent problem, epecially in children in whom the tube is shorter, wider and more horizontal than in adults.

Removal of Cerumen

Facilitates the removal of excessive or impacted cerumen

Contraindications: Antipyrine and Benzocaine Otic Solution is contraindicated in any person with hypersensitiv...