Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways Over-the-counter ear drops can help treat swimmer's ear and excessive earwax.OTC pain relievers like Tylenol and Advil are best for treating ear ...

Many over-the-counter ear drops to remove excess ear wax contain hydrogen peroxide. However, too much hydrogen peroxide can cause irritation or other issues. While hydrogen peroxide can help remove ...