Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use Clearwax Ear drops for my child's ear pain?
A: Clearwax Ear drop should not be used for children below 1 year of age. You should always consult your child doctor, before giving any medicine.
Q: What are the side effects of Clearwax Ear drop?
A: You may experience headaches, sleeplessness and allergic reaction as a side effect of these ear drops.
Q: How long can I use Clearwax ear drops?
A: You must use Clearwax for as long as prescribed by your doctor. However, if you do not feel any improvement in symptoms, do not take it endlessly on your own without consulting a doctor.
Q: Is Clearwax ear drop a steroid?
A: No, Clearwax ear drop is not a steroid medicine.
Q: How much Clearwax should I use?
A: Use Clearwax ear drop only as directed by your doctor. The dose and frequency will be decided by the doctor depending on the underlying condition. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.
Q: How many times a day do I need to use Clearwax ear drops?
A: Doctors usually prescribe 3 - 4 times of usage in a day. However, it is advised to use it exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not modify the dose and duration on your own.
Q: When do you use Clearwax ear drops?
A: Clearwax ear drops are used for the treatment of impacted ear wax characterised by a stuffed up sensation in the ear and decreased hearing associated with the pain in the ears.
Q: What are the side effects of Clearwax ear drops?
A: Clearwax ear drops may cause some common side effects, such as sleeplessness, headache, or allergic reactions. These side effects are generally mild and temporary and do not require medical attention. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, please inform your doctor.
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Directions for Use of CLEARWAX EAR DROPS 10ML
Make the patient lie down on the side with the affected ear up. Instil 2-3 drops of Clearwax ear drops into the ear canal. Cover the ear with a cotton plug and allow it to remain for about 15-30 minutes.
What is the best ear drops to remove ear wax? ›
Debrox® is a safe, gentle, and non-irritating way to remove earwax build-up in the privacy of your own home. Debrox® safely removes excessive earwax through the power of microfoam cleansing action. When drops are placed in the ear, oxygen is released.
How to remove earwax blockage at home? ›
If your doctor recommends that you try to remove earwax at home: Soften and loosen the earwax with warm mineral oil. You also can try hydrogen peroxide mixed with an equal amount of room temperature water. Place 2 drops of the fluid, warmed to body temperature, in the ear two times a day for up to 5 days.
What dissolves ear wax immediately? ›
If the aim is to completely break down the wax, waxsol, peroxide 3% or a sodium bicarbonate solution (which can be prepared by your local pharmacist) is effective.
What happens if you use too much ear wax removal drops? ›
Hydrogen peroxide can cause skin irritation and blistering. It can even cause burns at concentrations over 10%. Using too much hydrogen peroxide can irritate the skin inside the ear, leading to inflammation and earaches. People should not use ear drops if they have an ear infection or a damaged eardrum.
How long should you keep earwax drops in your ear? ›
Warm the drops to room temperature before using them 2. Pour a few drops into the affected ear 3. Lie with the affected ear uppermost when putting in drops 4. Stay like this for 10 minutes to allow the drops to soak into the earwax.
What do ent use to remove ear wax? ›
Your health care provider can remove excess wax by using a small, curved tool called a curet or by using suction techniques. Your provider can also flush out the wax using a syringe filled with warm water and saline or diluted hydrogen peroxide.
Can I use hydrogen peroxide to clean my ears? ›
Hydrogen peroxide is a solution (liquid) that can be used to treat ear infections or the build-up of wax. It is generally safe to use in all ears. Do not use if it irritates you or causes pain. You can buy 3 per cent hydrogen peroxide from your local chemist – no prescription is required.
How to open a blocked ear at home? ›
If your ears are plugged, try swallowing, yawning or chewing sugar-free gum to open your eustachian tubes. If this doesn't work, take a deep breath and try to blow out of your nose gently while pinching your nostrils closed and keeping your mouth shut.
What draws earwax out? ›
Earwax removal tips
Instead, soak a cotton ball and drip a few drops of plain water, a simple saline solution, or hydrogen peroxide into the ear with your head tilted so the opening of the ear is pointing up. Keep it in that position for a minute to allow gravity to pull the fluid down through the wax.
You can remove earwax at home using 3 percent hydrogen peroxide. Tilt your head to the side and drip 5 to 10 drops of hydrogen peroxide into your ear. Keep your head tilted to the side for 5 minutes to allow the peroxide to penetrate the wax.
What is the best oil to dissolve ear wax? ›
Mineral oil works very nicely to treat problems with ear wax buildup. It is safe to use in a patient with ear tubes or a hole in the eardrum.
What pushes wax out of ear? ›
Once earwax naturally moves toward the opening of the ear canal, it typically falls out or washes away. Washing your hair is usually enough to remove the wax on your ear's surface. During a shower, a small amount of warm water enters the ear canal and loosens any wax accumulated there.
How do you force ear wax out? ›
To remove earwax build-up:
- Lie on your side with the affected ear facing up.
- Put 2 to 3 drops of olive or almond oil in your ear – do not use almond oil if you're allergic to almonds.
- Continue to lie on your side for 5 to 10 minutes after putting in the oil.
- Repeat 3 to 4 times a day, for 3 to 5 days.
The Best Earwax Removal Kit According to An Audiologist
- DOCTOR EASY Elephant Ear Washer Bottle System.
- Debrox Earwax Removal Kit.
- WaxBgone Ear Cleaner Earwax Removal Kit.
- Wush Earwax Cleaner.
- Wax Blaster MD Kit.
- KAUGIC Electric Ear Cleaner: An Easy and Convenient Solution.
For eardrops dosage form: For ear infections: Adults and teenagers (12 years of age and older)—Place 10 drops in each affected ear two times a day for ten to fourteen days, depending on the infection. Children 1 to 12 years of age—Place 5 drops in each affected ear two times a day for ten days.
How many drops for ear wax removal? ›
Drug store option: Earwax removal ear drops (such as Debrox). No prescription is needed. Use 5 drops in affected ear, 2 times daily, for 4 days.
Can you use ear drops 3 times a day? ›
Adults—4 drops into the affected ear 3 or 4 times a day. Children—3 drops into the ear 3 or 4 times a day.
How often can you use ear clear drops? ›
Tilt head to one side and place 5 to 10 drops in the ear. Keep head tilted for several minutes before turning to the other side and repeating for the other ear. Cotton wool may also be inserted to keep drops in the ear. Use twice daily for up to four days, or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
