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How does hydrocortisone and acetic acid work?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
The combination of hydrocortisone and acetic acid will help relieve the redness, swelling or itching from ear infections or other ear problems. This prescription medicine is available as a solution. If you have any questions about the benefits of this solution for your ear infection symptoms, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

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