Boric alcohol contains boric acid as an active ingredient.
Boric acid has weak bacteriostatic and fungistatic properties.
Its alcoholic solution has an analgesic effect on otalgias.
Boric acid penetrates undamaged skin with difficulty.
Boric alcohol ear drops are used as analgesic and antiseptic in otalgia.
Do not use boric alcohol if:
- you have hypersensitivity to boric acid or any of the other ingredients present in the formulation;
- you have perforation of the tympanic membrane, chronic otitis media, purulent otitis media.
Pregnancy and breastfeedingThere are no data on side effects from the use of boric alcohol during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
This is an OTC medicine, so it can be taken without a doctor's recommendation.
Before using this medicine carefully read the package leaflet as it contains more detailed information.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for any doubt.