Dosing & Uses
AdultPediatric
Dosage Forms & Strengths
otic drops
- 22mL
Impacted Cerumen
May be used to soften/lubricate cerumen
While laying on side, gently instill 2-6 drops into affected upright ear canal; remain in position 10-15 minutes; repeat with other ear if needed
Dosage Forms & Strengths
otic drops
- 22ml
Impacted Cerumen
May be used to soften/lubricate cerumen
As adults; while laying on side, gently instill 2-6 drops into affected upright ear canal; remain in position 10-15 minutes; repeat with other ear if needed
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Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Ear canal drainage
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Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
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Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy category: A
Lactation: not secreted in breast milk
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.Previous
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Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Emollient w/ hygroscopic properties
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