Yes, using softening ear drops at 3 to 4 drops, three times daily is generally safe and standard for hardened wax, provided you have no ear pain, discharge, or a suspected torn eardrum. It typically takes 3 to 5 days of consistent use to soften the wax. To safely remove it, let the softened wax drain out naturally and gently wipe the outer ear with a clean cloth. Never insert cotton swabs or sharp objects into your ear canal, as this pushes the wax deeper. If the wax remains blocked, please visit a healthcare professional for safe removal.

Since you have no pain, this is a common issue that can be safely managed. To soften the wax, you can use generic drops like carbamide peroxide, hydrogen peroxide, or even a few drops of olive or mineral oil twice daily for 3 to 5 days. Once softened, you can gently flush the ear with lukewarm water using a rubber bulb syringe, provided you do not have a perforated eardrum or ear injury. Please avoid inserting cotton swabs, as they push wax deeper. If the wax remains blocked, visit a healthcare professional for safe, painless removal via irrigation or microsuction.