aluminum acetate solution (Domeboro Astringent Solution Powder Packets, Pedi-Boro Soak Paks, Gordon's Boro-Packs)

Dosing and uses of Domeboro Powder and Tablets, Burow's Solution (aluminum acetate solution)

• Adult
• Pediatric

 

Adult dosage forms and strengths

Packet ingredients form the active ingredient aluminum acetate when combined with water

powder for solution (Domeboro)

• Each packet contains aluminum sulfate tetradecahydrate 1347mg and calcium acetate monohydrate 952mg
• 1 packet/16oz water = 0.16%
• 2 packets/16oz water = 0.32%
• 3 packets/16oz water = 0.48%

powder for solution (Pedi-Boro)

• Each packet contains aluminum sulfate tetradecahydrate 1191mg and calcium acetate monohydrate 839mg
• 1 packet/16oz water = 0.13%
• 2 packets/16oz water = 0.26%
• 3 packets/16oz water = 0.41%

powder for solution (Gordon's Boro-Packs)

• Each packet contains aluminum sulfate 49% and calcium acetate 51%

 

Inflammatory Skin Conditions

Indicated for use as wet dressing or soak to temporarily relieve skin irritation caused by poison ivy/oak/sumac, insect bites, athlete's foot, contact dermatitis

Wet dressing/compress: Apply to affected skin for 15-30 min; reapply as needed

Soak: Soak affected area for 15-30 min q8hr PRn

 

Administration

Domeboro or Pedi-Boro: Dissolve 1-3 packets in 16 oz water

Gordon's Boro-Packs: Dissolve 1-2 packets in 16 oz water

 

Pediatric dosage forms and strengths

Packet ingredients form the active ingredient aluminum acetate when combined with water

powder for solution (Domeboro)

• Each packet contains aluminum sulfate tetradecahydrate 1347mg and calcium acetate monohydrate 952mg
• 1 packet/16oz water = 0.16%
• 2 packets/16oz water = 0.32%
• 3 packets/16oz water = 0.48%

powder for solution (Pedi-Boro)

• Each packet contains aluminum sulfate tetradecahydrate 1191mg and calcium acetate monohydrate 839mg
• 1 packet/16oz water = 0.13%
• 2 packets/16oz water = 0.26%
• 3 packets/16oz water = 0.41%

powder for solution (Gordon's Boro-Packs)

• Each packet contains aluminum sulfate 49% and calcium acetate 51%

 

Inflammatory Skin Conditions

Indicated for use as wet dressing or soak to temporarily relieve skin irritation caused by poison ivy/oak/sumac, insect bites, athlete's foot, contact dermatitis

Wet dressing/compress: Apply to affected skin for 15-30 min; reapply as needed

Soak: Soak affected area for 15-30 min TID prn

 

Administration

Domeboro or Pedi-Boro: Dissolve 1-3 packets in 16 oz water

Gordon's Boro-Packs: Dissolve 1-2 packets in 16 oz water

 

Domeboro Powder and Tablets, Burow's Solution (aluminum acetate solution) adverse (side) effects

Frequency not defined

Burning/stinging (temporary)

Itching

Skin inflammation

Skin dryness

 

Warnings

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity

 

Cautions

Discontinue if irritation or inflammatory condition persists; consult physician if symptoms persist >1 wk

Do not use w/ occlusive dressing

External use only

Avoid eyes

 

Pregnancy and lactation

Pregnancy category: C

Lactation: Unknown

Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs

 

Pregnancy categories

A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

NA: Information not available.

 

Pharmacology of Domeboro Powder and Tablets, Burow's Solution (aluminum acetate solution)

Mechanism of action

Astringent