Carbamide peroxide otic (Debrox, Murine ear, Auro)
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Introduction
Tradenames: Debrox, Murine ear, Auro.
Indications
- emulsification & dispersion of ear wax
- prior to ear lavage
- home use for patients with chronic cerumen impactation
Dosage
- 5-10 drops BID for up to 4 days
- allow dose to remain in ear for 15 minutes
- follow by rinsing ear canal with warm water 30 mL bottle.
Adverse effects
Mechanism of action
- hydrogen peroxide loosens ear wax due to foaming action
More general terms
References
- ↑ The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed. Gilman et al, eds. Permagon Press/McGraw Hill, 1996
- ↑ Drug Information & Medication Formulary, Veterans Affairs, Central California Health Care System, 1st ed., Ravnan et al eds, 1998
- ↑ Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 11, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 1998