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What's a good over-the-counter ear drop to help clean/drain ears? my ear feels as if it needs to be drained i cleaned got nothing. help its irritating
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Debrox: A common, over the counter preparation for removal of cerumen (ear wax) is called debrox. Please avoid usage of q-tips in the ear canal as that usually would worsen any obstruction. Remember, when it comes to your ear, do not stick anything in that is smaller than your elbow.
Answered 9/28/2016
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