CHEST RUB- camphor, eucalyptus oil, menthol jelly

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

Camphor 4.8%, Eucalyptus oil 1.2%, Menthol 2.6%, Cough suppressant & topical analgesic

Available from:

Fred's Inc

INN (International Name):

CAMPHOR - UNII:5TJD82A1ET)

Composition:

CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) 4.8 kg in 100 kg

Administration route:

TOPICAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

- on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to the common cold - on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

CHEST RUB- CAMPHOR, EUCALYPTUS OIL, MENTHOL JELLY
FRED'S INC
_Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA,
however they may_
_be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies.
FDA has not_
_evaluated whether this product complies._
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MEDICATED CHEST RUB
248.001/248AI
Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious consequences
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Camphor 4.8%
Eucalyptus oil 1.2%
Menthol 2.6%
PURPOSE
Cough suppressant & topical analgesic
USES
on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to the common cold
on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
WARNINGS
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY; AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES.
DO NOT USE
by mouth
with tight bandages
in nostrils
on wounds or damaged skin
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or
emphysema
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT, DO NOT
HEAT
MICROWAVE
ADD TO HOT WATER OR ANY CONTAINER WHERE HEATING WATER.
MAY CAUSE SPLATTERING AND RESULT IN BURNS.
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
muscle aches and pains persist more than 7 days or come back
cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash
or persistent
headache.
This could be signs of a serious condition
IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING,
ask a health professional before use.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
In case of accidental ingestion, get medical help or contact a Poison
Control Center right
away.
DIRECTIONS
SEE IMPORTANT WARNINGS UNDER "WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT"
adults & children 2 yrs & over:
rub a thick layer on chest & throat or rub on sore aching muscles
cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired
keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the
nose/mouth
repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor
children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
OTHER INFORMATION
store at room temperature
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, special petrolatum, spirits of turpentine,
thymol
ADVERSE REACTIONS