Acetic acid

Chemical formula: Câ‚‚Hâ‚„Oâ‚‚  Molecular mass: 60.052 g/mol  PubChem compound: 176

Pharmacodynamic properties

Acetic acid possesses antibacterial activity.

It is reported to be active against: Haemophilus and Pseudomonas species, Candida and Trichomonas.

Pharmacokinetic properties

Acetic acid is applied topically to the external auditory meatus and acts locally.

Preclinical safety data

Acetic acid is widely available and toxicity problems at this concentration are unlikely.

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