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%

Available from:

Walgreen CO

Administration route:

TOPICAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

cough suppressant + topical analgesic - on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold - on muscles and jonts, temporarily releives minor aches and pains - by mouth - with tight bandages - in nostrils - on wounds or damaged skin If you have - cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) - persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema - 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. These could be signs of a serious condition

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

CHEST RUB- CAMPHOR, EUCALYPTUS OIL, MENTHOL JELLY
WALGREEN CO
_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
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Camphor 4.8%
Eucalyptus oil 1.2%
Menthol 2.6%
PURPOS E
cough suppressant + topical analgesic
US ES
on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold
on muscles and jonts, temporarily releives 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 DOCTORE 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.
These 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 imporatant warning 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 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, mutmeg oil, special petrolaturm, spirits of trupentine,
thymol
QUES TIONS ?
Call 1-888-593-0593
FALIURE TO FOLLOW THSE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES
Walg