Cerumin is a remedy that is used to remove excess wax from the ear, and it can be bought without a prescription at any pharmacy. Its active principles are hydroxyquinoline, which has antifungal and disinfectant action and trolamina, which helps to soften and dissolve the wax accumulated inside the ears.
To use, 5 drops of Cerumin should be dripped into the ear, then covered with a piece of cotton wool moistened with the same product. This medicine should be allowed to act for about 5 minutes and during this time the person should lie down, with the affected ear up, for better performance of the product.
This treatment should be performed 3 times a day for the period of time indicated by the doctor.
Important care when using Cerumin
The use of Cerumin is not indicated in case of ear infection, which generates symptoms such as earache, fever and bad smell in the area, especially if you have pus. It is also not indicated if the person has had an allergic reaction to using this product before, and in case of perforation of the eardrum.
After using Cerumin and removing excess wax from the ear, it is common to have symptoms such as mild redness and itching of the ear, but if these symptoms become very intense or if others appear, you should see your doctor immediately.
