Cirowax Composition, Use, Dose, Side Effect

Cirowax is a liquid sterile preparation containing a mixture of oils. It is used to melt earwax. It is instilled into the earwax and allowed to dissolve the wax. The wax comes out naturally. The major side effect is the tingling sensation when the wax is melting. It is manufactured in India by Ciron Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. for Grams Pharmaceuticals, Imo State, Nigeria.

Cirowax earwax removal 

Composition Of Cirowax

Paradichlorobenzene 2% W/V

Benzocaine BP 2.7% w/v

Chlorobutanol BP 5% W/V

Turpentine Oil BP 15% W/V

Oily Base qs

Pharmacodynamics

After insertion of the drops into the ear, the complex liberates oxygen which acts to break up the hardened wax. The component is also an antiseptic, especially in sites with relative anaerobiosis. These assists in softening the wax, so that it may more easily be removed from the ear, either with or without syringing. This acts as a mild keratolytic, helping to reduce the keratin-load in the wax debris, thereby assisting penetration of the other components.

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Pharmacokinetics

Cirowax eye drops are intended only for the treatment of impacted wax in the external auditory canal. The ingredients of the formulation are therefore readily available for intimate contact with the affected area, as the drops are instilled into the ear and retained therein for several minutes by tilting the head.

Indication Of Cirowax

Removal of earwax and relieves ear discomfort

Dosage And Administration Of Cirowax

External

Otic:

Children: Instill 3 drops into affected ear 3-4 times/day

Adults: Instill 4 drops 3-4 times/day; otic suspension is the preferred otic preparation

Direction For Use Of Cirowax

Follow the steps below when using ear drops:

1. Wash your hands with soap and water. Rinse and dry your hands

2. With the dropper which is supplied, hold the dropper tip down all of the time.

3. The ear drops should be kept clean. Avoid touching the dropper against the ear or anything else.

4. After giving ear drops to lie down or tilt your head to one side.

5. Place the correct number of drops into the ear as directed.

6. Do not squeeze the bulb of the dropper too hard.

7. Replace the cap or dropper in the medicine bottle right away. Do not rinse or wipe it off.

8. Washing your hands will help to remove medicine and stop spreading infection to other people.

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Side Effects Of Cirowax

Warm tingling sensation: This may occur when instilling the drops.

Mild deafness: This may occur when instilling the drops on top of the hard ear wax, but will improve as the ear wax softens.