Mineral Oil Otic

Mineral Oil Otic is an oil used to soften or lubricate cerumen (earwax).

• Mineral Oil Otic is available under the following different brand names: Min-O-Ear

Common side effects of Mineral Oil Otic include:

• Ear canal drainage

Serious side effects of Mineral Oil Otic include:

• Allergic reactions, such as hives, chest pain, breathing trouble, or swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• Severe diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal cramps
• Loss of bowel control
• Itching and irritation around the anus
• Blood in stools (rare)
• Severe bloating

Rare side effects of Mineral Oil Otic include:

• none 

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult and pediatric dosage

Otic Drops

• 22mL

Impacted Cerumen

Adult and pediatric dosage

• While laying on your side, gently instill 2-6 drops into the affected upright ear canal; remain in position for 10-15 minutes; repeat with other ears if needed

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first.

• Mineral Oil Otic has no noted severe interactions with any other drugs
• Mineral Oil Otic has no noted serious interactions with any other drugs
• Mineral Oil Otic has no noted moderate interactions with any other drugs 
• Mineral Oil Otic has no noted minor interactions with any other drugs

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your healthcare professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Mineral Oil Otic?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Mineral Oil Otic?”

Cautions

• None

Pregnancy and Lactation

• Generally acceptable during pregnancy.
• Lactation
  • Not secreted in breast milk
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek the advice of a health professional before using OTC drugs