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Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

BENZOCAINE-2.7%W/V + CHLORBUTOL-5%W/V + PARADICHLOROBENZENE-2%W/V + TURPENTINE OIL-15%W/V

Uses:

Used for Softening impacted earwax

Medicinal Benefits:

Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml is a combination of four medicines: Paradichlorobenzene, Benzocaine, Chlorbutol, and Turpentine oil. Paradichlorobenzene acts as a hydrating agent. It softens the ear wax by reducing its thickness. Benzocaine acts as a local anaesthetic and prevents pain by blocking the pain signals. Chlorbutol acts as a wax softener and an antibacterial. Turpentine oil acts as a lubricating agent and aids in the removal of earwax. Thereby, Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml can effectively soften the earwax without pain, discomfort, or any requirement of difficult procedures.

FAQs

Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml belongs to the class of medications called Otic agents used to soften the impacted earwax.

Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml contains Paradichlorobenzene, Benzocaine, Chlorbutol, and Turpentine oil. Paradichlorobenzene softens the ear wax by reducing its thickness. Benzocaine prevents pain by blocking the pain signals. Chlorbutol acts as a wax softener and an antibacterial. Turpentine oil acts as a lubricating agent and aids in the removal of earwax.

Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml can treat ear pain caused by impacted cerumen (earwax). However, ear pain can occur due to various conditions such as infection or injury, which cannot be treated by Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml. So, it is recommended to consult your doctor before using Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml to determine an accurate diagnosis.

Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml may not block your hearing aid. However, it is advised to inform your doctor that you are using a hearing aid before taking Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml.

Impacted earwax can affect hearing in some people. So, the use of Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml can improve hearing in them. However, Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml is only intended to soften the earwax and doesn’t treat other underlying causes of hearing problems.

Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml should not be used for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Use Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml only as prescribed. Discard any unused medicine after the completion of the course of therapy or within four weeks after opening the bottle.

Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml is generally safe for use in children above one year if it is advised by a doctor. However it’s important to follow the prescribed dosage and not to use it for longer than recommended.

Store Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml at room temperature in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

The common side effects of Olwax Ear Drops 10 ml are difficulty sleeping, skin irritation, redness, and headache. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.