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Acetic acid is a prescription medicine indicated as a constant or intermittent bladder rinse to help prevent the growth and proliferation of susceptible urinary pathogens (especially ammonia-forming bacteria) in the management of patients. MedsAcross supplies Acetic acid for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.
Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review
From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.
0.25% Acetic Acid Irrigation USP is indicated as a constant or intermittent bladder rinse to help prevent the growth and proliferation of susceptible urinary pathogens (especially ammonia-forming bacteria) in the management of patients who require prolonged placement of an indwelling urethral catheter. It also may be used for periodic irrigation of an indwelling catheter to help maintain patency by reducing the formation of calcium encrustations.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
As required for urologic irrigation. 0.25% Acetic Acid Irrigation USP may be administered by gravity drip via an administration set connected to an indwelling urethral catheter designed for continuous or intermittent two-way flow. For continuous or intermittent irrigation, the rate of administration will correspond roughly to the rate of urine flow and should be adjusted to maintain a urinary effluent pH of 4.5 to 5.0. Nitrazine or other pH paper may be used to monitor pH, preferably at least four times daily. Drip rate should be adjusted as necessary to maintain desired pH, increasing flow rate reduces pH value and vice versa. With continuous or intermittent irrigation, each patient will require a volume of approximately 500 to 1500 mL per 24 hours. Some additives may be incompatible. Consult with pharmacist. When introducing additives, use aseptic techniques. Mix thoroughly.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
0.25% Acetic Acid Irrigation USP is not for injection. This solution is contraindicated for irrigation during transurethral surgical procedures.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
FOR UROLOGIC IRRIGATION ONLY. NOT FOR INJECTION. Use of this solution in patients with mucosal lesions of the urinary bladder may be harmful due to irritation of the lesion. Absorption via open lesions of the bladder mucosa may result in systemic acidosis. Do not warm above 150°F (66°C). After opening container, the contents should be used promptly in order to minimize the possibility of bacterial growth or pyrogen formation. Discard unused portion of irrigating solution since it contains no preservative.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Systemic acidosis, pain, and hematuria have been reported in patients receiving urinary bladder irrigation with 0.25% acetic acid solution. If an adverse reaction does occur, discontinue administration of the irrigant, evaluate the patient, institute appropriate therapeutic countermeasures, and save the remainder of the fluid for examination, if deemed necessary.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). However, brief exposure up to 40°C does not adversely affect the product. Do not warm above 150°F (66°C).
Source: US FDA prescribing information
For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.
3 presentations of Acetic acid, sorted by availability.
| Medicine | Manufacturer | Register | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acetic acid 20.65 mg/mL otic solutionOticGeneric name | — | US FDA | Available on request |
| Acetic acid 0.25 g/100 mL irrigation solutionIrrigationGeneric name | — | US FDA | Available on request |
| Acetic acid 20 mg/mL otic solutionOticGeneric name | — | US FDA | Available on request |
Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.
| Register | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| US FDA | Not recorded | — |
| EU (EMA) | Not recorded | — |
| India (CDSCO) | Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists | — |
| United States | Registered | US FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026 |
Conditions linked to Acetic acid in public data. This is not a list of approved uses, see the clinical information.
Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 3 presentations of Acetic acid and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.
No listed presentation of Acetic acid is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.
Acetic acid is classified under ATC code G01AD02 (Acetic acid).
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