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Otex Ear Drops

Otex Ear Drops pack

Clinically proven to break down hardened ear wax and disperse it from the ear.

Active ingredient: Urea Hydrogen Peroxide

Available from all good pharmacies to treat problematic ear wax and reduce the need for syringing – in one easy-squeeze bottle.

  • Clinically proven
  • Vegan2
  • Use for 3-4 days

Otex Ear Drops Product Information Leaflet

  • 2None of the ingredients are of animal origin, and the ear drops have not been tested on animals.

How to use
Otex Ear Drops

Simply tilt head and squeeze up to 5 drops into the ear, leave for a few minutes then wipe away any surplus with a tissue.

This procedure should be repeated once or twice daily while your symptoms clear.

Treatment usually takes 3-4 days, after which you should notice a reduction in ear discomfort.

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Always read the pack label and leaflet before using any Otex product.

IMPORTANT. The information on this website is intended for general guidance only. If you are concerned about the health of your ears or have a history of ear problems always ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse for advice.

Product Information

    • A clinically proven, dual-action formula that effectively breaks down hardened ear wax and helps disperse it from the ear.
    • In many cases, avoids the need for syringing.
    • Comes in an 8 ml easy-squeeze bottle.
    • Available over the counter in pharmacies.
    • Has a clear, straw-coloured solution.
    • The active ingredient is urea hydrogen peroxide.
    • Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
    • Do not use the ear drops after the expiry date shown on the bottle and the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
    • Once opened, do not keep the bottle for longer than 4 weeks.
    • Store below 25°C in a cool place and keep out of sunlight.
    • Always replace the cap tightly after use.
    • Store the bottle upright in the outer carton to avoid spillage.
    • Medical products such as this should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of products no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.

  • Do not use Otex Ear Drops:

    • If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to urea hydrogen peroxide, 8-hydroxyquinoline and glycerol.
    • If you have a history of ear problems, unless used under the close supervision of your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.
    • If you are also putting anything else in the ear (such as other ear drops or a hearing aid).
    • If your ear drum is (or has been) damaged.
    • If you suffer from dizziness.
    • If there is anything else wrong with your ear - such as pain, swelling, discharge, infection or tinnitus (ringing sounds in the ear).
    • If you have tried to remove the ear wax using fingernails, cotton buds or other implements. (This is because you might have damaged the delicate inner lining of the ear, leading to swelling or infection.) This could make it painful to use the ear drops or bulb syringe.
    • If you have had your ear syringed in the last 2 to 3 days – this could also make it painful to use the ear drops.

    Special Care:

    Consult a doctor if unsure and avoid getting the drops in your eyes.

    Potential Side Effects:

    Like all ear drops, Otex Ear Drops can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

    • A temporary mild bubbling sensation in the ear can occur (due to the release of oxygen as the drops break down the ear wax).
    • The ear drops can make the symptoms of excessive ear wax worse, including some discomfort, irritation or pain, loss of hearing, dizziness and tinnitus (ringing sound in the ear).
    • Very rarely, an unpleasant taste has been reported. Stop using the ear drops immediately if this happens and tell your doctor.
    • Stop using this product and tell your doctor or pharmacist if:
      • symptoms persist or,
      • if any of the side effects get serious or you notice any other side effects not mentioned in the Product Information Leaflet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Usage Instructions

  • Simply tilt head and squeeze up to 5 drops into the ear, leave for a few minutes and then wipe away any surplus with a tissue. This procedure should be repeated once or twice daily while your symptoms clear. Treatment usually takes 3-4 days, after which you should notice a reduction in ear discomfort. Do not use Otex Ear Drops if: Please refer to section 2 of the Patient Information Leaflet.

  • Treatment usually takes 3-4 days.

  • Otex Ear Drops work by breaking hardened ear wax into pieces so it can fall more easily from the ear.

Safety and Precautions

  • Otex Ear Drops are suitable for use during pregnancy. Medicines can affect the unborn baby. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacists before taking any medicine in pregnancy.

    As a general rule, it is also advisable to be cautious about the use of any medication during breast-feeding unless prescribed by a doctor. It's also worth bearing in mind that unless treatment is needed urgently, it may be appropriate to delay this until after pregnancy and/or breast-feeding. That being the case, however, there are no specific restrictions to using the ear drops during pregnancy or breast-feeding.

  • If you are suffering from any other ear problem, you should not use Otex unless under supervision from your doctor.

  • Young children tend not to suffer with impacted ear wax, so it's a good idea to seek expert medical advice from a doctor.

  • If you are using a hearing aid then you should not use Otex. It is advisable to seek expert medical advice if you have a history of any other ear problems.

  • No, Otex is only for use in the treatment of impacted ear wax in the ear canal where the eardrum is intact. Grommets pass through the eardrum and may allow something put in the external ear canal to enter the middle ear.

  • Published clinical trials have demonstrated that recent use of Otex (for up to 3 to 4 days before syringing) can make ear syringing much easier, and in some cases can avoid the need for syringing altogether. It should not be necessary to use any ear wax remover drops soon after syringing because it generally takes a few months for new wax to build up. If the problem recurs much sooner than this, you should seek medical advice because this should not normally happen.

Product Contents

  • The active ingredient is urea hydrogen peroxide (5% w/w). The other ingredients are 8-hydroxyquinoline and glycerol.

Animal Welfare and Ingredients

  • No. Otex has, however, been tested on human patients suffering from ear wax problems, in clinical trials.

  • No, none of the ingredients of Otex are of animal origin.

  • No, none of the ingredients of Otex contain any nut derivative.

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Application 8ml bottle with pipette dropper easily deposits drops directly into the ear 10ml easy-squeeze bottle deposits drops directly into the ear 10ml bottle with pump spray delivers dose directly into the ear 10ml bottle with pipette dropper easily deposits drops directly into the ear 10ml bottle with pipette dropper easily deposits drops directly into the ear 10ml easy-squeeze bottle deposits drops directly into the ear. Bulb syringe gently cleanses the ear
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Safe with hearing aids No No No No No No
Therapeutic ingredient Urea Hydrogen Peroxide Urea Hydrogen Peroxide Olive Oil Olive Oil Sodium Bicarbonate Urea Hydrogen Peroxide