Patient leaflet - Molcer ear drops
1. What Molcer Ear Drops are and what are they used for?
Molcer Ear Drops are used to soften ear wax. The active ingredient is docusate sodium, a detergent, that allows water to penetrate into the wax and soften it to aid removal, including prior to syringing with warm water.
2. What you need to know before you use Molcer Ear Drops
Do not use Molcer Ear Drops:
£ if you are allergic to any of the ingredients (listed
in section 6)
£ if the ear drum is perforated (including if
grommets are fitted)
£ if the ear is infected, inflamed or painful - other
than as a result of impacted wax
£ if there is eczema in the outer ear or ear canal £ if the skin in the ear canal is broken or producing
any form of wet discharge.
Warnings and precautions
Molcer Ear Drops should not be used if the ear is being treated for any other condition.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding:
The drops are considered safe for use during
pregnancy and when breast-feeding, however you should always consult with a healthcare professional before using any medicines at this time.
Driving and using machines:
This product is safe to use prior to driving or using machinery.
Molcer Ear Drops contain 468mg propylene glycol in each ml:
£ Propylene glycol may cause skin irritation.
3. How to use Molcer Ear Drops
Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
For best results it is recommended treatment is started before bedtime.
Lie on the side with the ear being treated uppermost. Fill the ear with Molcer Ear Drops using the dropper and remain in this position for a few minutes. Place a small plug of cotton wool in the ear before rising and leave the plug in until the next treatment. If both ears are affected carry out the same procedure for the other ear.
Repeat the next night.
In difficult cases syringing with warm water may be necessary to remove the wax after it has been softened.
Do not treat either ear for more than two nights. Alternatively use as directed by your doctor. If you forget to use Molcer Ear Drops:
If you miss the second day’s treatment then you can use the drops as soon as you remember
on the third day.
If you accidentally swallow Molcer Ear Drops
Accidental swallowing is unlikely to cause any harm but if you are concerned or if an infant has swallowed the drops then seek medical advice. When seeking medical advice you should, if possible, take the medicine and this leaflet with you provided it doesn’t cause a delay.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects. Although not common the following side effect has been reported to the ingredients of Molcer Ear Drops:
£ The skin may become irritated at the site of
application.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store Molcer Ear Drops
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Store below 25°C. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and label. The expiry date is given in a day-month-year format.
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
6. Contents of the pack and other information What Molcer Ear Drops contain:
The active ingredient is docusate sodium 50mg per ml. The other ingredients are propylene glycol and purified water.
What Molcer Ear Drops look like and the contents of the pack:
Molcer Ear Drops are a water white solution presented in an amber glass 15ml bottle, supplied with a dropper.
Marketing Authorisation Holder:
Wallace Manufacturing Chemists Ltd., 51-53 Stert Street, Abingdon,
Oxfordshire OX14 3JF, UK.
Manufacturer:
Laleham Health and Beauty Ltd.,
Fairfield, Bradshaw Lane,
Greenhalgh, Kirkham PR4 3JA, UK.
Additional Information
The production of ear wax is an important part of your body’s normal function. Ear wax should only be removed if it is causing problems such as hearing loss or earache, or if it is preventing a doctor obtaining a clear view of the ear drums when needed. Never insert objects, such as cotton buds, into the ear canal as you risk causing damage to your ear.
This Leaflet was last revised in November 2022
PL0400/5019R