Cerumol Ear Drops

Cerumol Ear Drops contains materials and components and is presented as ear drops. It is supplied in a pack size of 10ml.

It is classified as an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine, so no prescription is needed to order it. Under Malaysian rules for medicine information, this page carries product, safety and handling information only.

You can consult a doctor or pharmacist online on DoctorOnCall about this product before or after you order. Every order is checked by a registered pharmacist before it is delivered. Always read the label and the leaflet supplied with the pack.

Tilt the head to one side so the affected ear faces upward. Draw up the stated number of drops using the dropper and instil them into the ear canal. Keep the head tilted, or loosely place a small plug of cotton wool at the ear opening, for a few minutes so the oil stays in contact with the wax. Repeat in the other ear if needed. Use twice daily for up to three days, then have the ear examined or professionally cleaned if wax remains afterwards.

Adults and children: instil the number of drops stated on the product label (commonly around five drops) into the affected ear canal, twice daily, for up to three consecutive days, or as directed by a pharmacist or doctor.

Store at room temperature, below 25°C, away from direct sunlight, with the cap tightly closed after each use. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

• Common: mild stinging or a warm sensation in the ear canal immediately after application.
• Common: temporary reduction in hearing while the oil remains in the ear canal.
• Serious: allergic reaction (itching, redness, or swelling of the ear canal or outer ear) in someone sensitised to peanut oil or another ingredient — stop use and seek medical advice.
• Serious: worsening ear pain, discharge, or bleeding, which may indicate the eardrum has been affected — stop use and see a doctor promptly.

• Known or suspected perforated eardrum (tympanic membrane perforation).
• Known allergy or hypersensitivity to peanuts, peanut oil (arachis oil), soya, or any other ingredient in the formulation.
• Active ear infection, ear discharge, or unexplained ear pain that has not been assessed by a doctor.
• Ear with grommets or ventilation tubes in place, unless a doctor has advised otherwise.

• No clinically significant drug or food interactions are known for this topical ear product, as it acts locally within the ear canal and is not intended to be swallowed or absorbed systemically.
• Because the base contains peanut (arachis) oil, anyone with a peanut or tree-nut allergy should avoid this product entirely rather than relying on interaction data.
• Avoid using another ear preparation in the same ear at the same time unless a pharmacist or doctor has advised combined use.

• Warm the bottle briefly between your hands before use so the oil feels more comfortable in the ear.
• Lie down or tilt your head sideways for a few minutes after applying the drops so the oil stays in contact with the wax.
• Use a fresh piece of cotton wool for each application if you choose to plug the ear opening afterward.
• Avoid inserting cotton buds or other objects into the ear canal.
• Keep the dropper tip from touching the ear or any surface, to avoid contaminating the remaining solution.
• Wipe away any oil that runs onto the outer ear with a clean tissue.

Precautions: Cerumol contains arachis (peanut) oil; people with a peanut or soya allergy should not use this product. It is intended for use in the outer ear canal only and should not come into contact with the eyes. Use with care in young children, following the age guidance and dosing stated on the product label. If wax remains after the recommended course of drops, further wax removal should be carried out by a healthcare professional rather than by repeated self-treatment.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Speak to a doctor or pharmacist before use if there is any possibility of a perforated eardrum, if the ear is painful, discharging, or has recently been operated on, or if hearing loss is sudden or severe. Stop using the drops and seek medical advice if irritation, allergic symptoms, or worsening symptoms develop during use, or if wax build-up does not improve after the recommended course.