About triethanolamine
Earwax softener
Used for
- Softening and loosening hardened earwax before removal
Usual adult dose
Fill the affected ear canal; leave for 15–30 minutes, then rinse gently with lukewarm water. May repeat once.
Usual dose in children
Ages 12 and older: adult dose. Safety and dosing below age 12 are not established.
Common side effects
- Ear irritation or burning
- Itching
- Redness
- Allergic skin reaction
Important warnings
- Do not use with a perforated eardrum or ear tubes.
- Do not use with ear infection, drainage, or injured ear canals.
- For ear use only; avoid eyes and swallowing.
- Do not leave in the ear longer than 30 minutes.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy safety data are limited; effects on an unborn baby are not established.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety data are limited; passage into breast milk is unknown.
Interactions
- No well-established medicine interactions with ear use.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.