Medication guide
Carbamide Peroxide (6.5%)
- Generic name
- Carbamide Peroxide (6.5%)
- Common brand names
- Debrox Earwax Removal Drops, Murine Ear
- Medication class
- Cerumenolytic otic agent
Overview
Its medication class is Cerumenolytic otic agent. Common uses include Softening and aiding earwax removal. Product forms and labels can differ, so follow the specific package instructions and ask a pharmacist or qualified healthcare professional about individual questions.
How to Take it
Editorial correction, September 24, 2026: the imported route label was corrected using the references below. This does not constitute a full medical review of the guide.
- Route
- Ear drops (otic). The referenced carbamide peroxide 6.5% product is for use in the ear only.
- Time of day
- Usually morning and night oral care routines.
- With food/water
- Spit; do not swallow concentrated products.
- Preparation
- Apply to toothbrush or rinse as labeled for exact amount.
- Safe dose
- Use adult/child age-appropriate amount on label.
- Max dose
- Do not exceed labeled frequency; avoid repeated swallowing.
- Frequency
- Typically twice daily; whitening/antiseptic use may be 2–4 times/day.
- Other recommendations
- Avoid mixing with other whitening products unless advised.
Common uses
- Softening and aiding earwax removal
Common side effects
- Ear pain/fullness
- ringing
- itching
- watery discharge
- dizziness
- and rash
Important warnings
- Do not use if ear pain, drainage, dizziness, suspected rupture, ear tubes, or chronic ear disease. Avoid overfilling and avoid cotton swabs. Persistent pain or hearing change requires urgent assessment.
General interactions information
Avoid using with other otic irritants or alcohol-containing ear agents
Sources / references
- Debrox carbamide peroxide 6.5% ear drops — product label
DailyMed, U.S. National Library of Medicine
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