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Indications & Uses
Waxsol ear drops are used to help soften and loosen ear wax, making it easier to remove.
Pharmacology
Earwax often blocks the external auditory meatus, which is the ear canal. Less than 50% of it is fatty matter, produced by the sebaceous and ceruminous glands. Most of the wax is made up of shed skin cells, foreign matter and old hairs. This non-fatty material acts like a matrix that holds the fatty granules together, forming the hard wax mass.
Adding oils or solvents binds the mass even more firmly. Water-based solutions, on the other hand, can break the wax apart, but only if they manage to get through the matrix. Docusate Sodium ear drops work differently. Because they have low surface tension and mix easily with other substances, they soak quickly into the dry matrix of the wax. This softens the solid earwax into a semi-solid debris that is easier to clear.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
For adults, including the elderly: apply enough Docusate Sodium ear drops to fill the affected ear, and do not use it for more than two consecutive nights. Children from 1 year of age should follow the same dose as adults. If the Docusate Sodium does not come back out of the ear, ear syringing may be needed, so patients should consult their doctor.
Side Effects
Immune system disorders: hypersensitivity or allergic reactions Skin disorders: contact dermatitis and allergic skin reactions General disorders: application site reactions, rarely including transient stinging or irritation, may occur.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
If pain or inflammation develops while using this medicine, treatment should be stopped.
Contraindications
Docusate sodium should not be used by anyone with a perforated eardrum or an active ear infection or inflammation.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Docusate Sodium is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Because Docusate Sodium ear drops are applied locally rather than absorbed into the bloodstream, there is no evidence to suggest they should be avoided during pregnancy or lactation.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Overdose
Overdose of Docusate Sodium is rare. When it does happen, the patient can lose too much water and too many electrolytes. This is treated by encouraging the patient to drink plenty of fluid. Where appropriate, the electrolytes that have been lost should be replaced.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Store Docusate Sodium below 25°C, and keep it away from light and moisture.
Common questions about Waxsol 0.5%
What is Waxsol 0.5% Ear Drop?
Waxsol 0.5% Ear Drop is a medicine that contains Docusate Sodium. It is made by Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Stool softener group of medicines.
What is Waxsol used for?
Waxsol ear drops are used to help soften and loosen ear wax, making it easier to remove.
What are the side effects of Waxsol?
Immune system disorders: hypersensitivity or allergic reactions Skin disorders: contact dermatitis and allergic skin reactions General disorders: application site reactions, rarely including transient stinging or irritation, may occur.
Can I take Waxsol during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Docusate Sodium is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Because Docusate Sodium ear drops are applied locally rather than absorbed into the bloodstream, there is no evidence to suggest they should be avoided during pregnancy or lactation. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much Waxsol?
Overdose of Docusate Sodium is rare. When it does happen, the patient can lose too much water and too many electrolytes. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Waxsol?
Store Docusate Sodium below 25°C, and keep it away from light and moisture.
Do I need a prescription for Waxsol?
Waxsol is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.