API

Arachis oil, Chlorobutanol hemihydrate

Drug classification

Dosage form

Ear Drops

API strength per dosage

Arachis Oil 57.300% w/v Chlorobutanol 5.000% w/v

Dose

Instill 5 drops into the affected ear twice daily for up to 3 days. Suitable for adults and children over 1 year; not recommended for infants under 1 year. Use with caution in individuals with peanut or soya allergy due to arachis oil content.

Mechanism of action

Indications

Softening and removal of earwax, facilitating ear syringing, relief of discomfort caused by earwax impaction.

Side effects

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Contraindications