How Otex Works

How Otex Ear Drops Works
How Otex Express Combi Pack Works

Otex is a dual-action ear wax treatment that works in two ways:

• by softening any hard build-up of ear wax
• by breaking the ear wax down into small pieces, so that they can be lost from the ear more easily

Otex contains urea hydrogen peroxide, which reacts with moisture in the ear wax to release oxygen. The bubbles of oxygen help to break up the wax, while the remaining urea and glycerol soften any hardened wax so it can be shed naturally from the ear.

Otex's special formulation is clinically proven to reduce the need for syringing.

Using Otex

To use Otex: simply squeeze up to 5 drops into the ear, then wipe away any surplus.
This procedure should be repeated once or twice daily while your symptoms clear.

Treatment usually takes 3-4 days, after which you should notice an improvement and a reduction in ear discomfort.

How Otex Express Combi Pack Works

The Combi pack contains Otex Express Ear Drops to disperse ear wax and a gentle, easy-to-use bulb syringe to cleanse the ear of any remaining drops or ear wax. There are two simple steps:

Step one:
Use Otex Express drops for 3 or 4 days. This will soften the build-up of hard ear wax and help to break it down into small pieces.

Step two:
After using the ear drops for 3 to 4 days, gently cleanse the ear by rinsing with the easy-to-use bulb syringe. Fill the syringe with warm water and then gently squeeze the water into the opening of the ear canal, allowing the rinse to run out into a wash basin.

An independent clinical study¹ has shown that self-treatment with a bulb syringe, after initial wax softening using ear drops, can be an effective alternative to professional ear syringing by doctors in many cases. The Otex Combi pack is designed to give sufferers even more control to treat problem ear wax in the convenience of their own home.

Always read the pack label and leaflet before using any Otex product.

IMPORTANT The information on this website is intended for general guidance only. If you are concerned about the health of your ears or have a history of ear problems, always ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse for advice.

1. 'Managing ear wax in primary care: efficacy of self-treatment using a bulb syringe' R. Coppin et al, British Journal of General Practice, January 2008.