Boric acid: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info

Dosage/Direction for Use Contraindications Special Precautions Adverse Reactions Drug Interactions Action CIMS Class ATC Classification

Concise Prescribing Info

Indications/Uses

Listed in Dosage.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult: Ophth Mild antiseptic for inflamed eyelids As 10% oint: Apply 1-2 times/day. Topical As a skin protectant As 5% oint: Apply 3-4 times/day. Superficial fungal infections As 0.5-5% oint: Apply twice daily.

Contraindications

Children <2 yr.

Special Precautions

Should not be used for self-medication of jock itch for longer than 2 wk and athlete's foot or ringworm for longer than 4 wk Do not use in conjunction with ophthalmic solutions containing polyvinyl alcohol.

Adverse Reactions

Vomiting and diarrhoea; abdominal pain; erythematous rash; stimulation or depression of the CNS. Burning or sticky sensation, irritation, hypersensitivity reactions. May elevate LFTs.

Drug Interactions

May increase riboflavin excretion.

CIMS Class

Eye Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics / Topical Antifungals & Antiparasites

ATC Classification

S02AA03 - boric acid ; Belongs to the class of antiinfectives used in the treatment of ear infections.

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