MEDPRIDE CHEST RUB (camphor- synthetic, eucalyptus oil, and menthol ointment

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

Camphor 4.7% Menthol 1.25%, Eucalyptus oil 1.2%, Cough suppressant & Topical Analgesic, Cough suppressant, Cough suppressant & Topical Analgesic

Available from:

Shield Line LLC

Administration route:

TOPICAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

- when applied to chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with the common cold - when applied to muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

MEDPRIDE CHEST RUB- CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC), EUCALYPTUS OIL, AND
MENTHOL OINTMENT
SHIELD LINE LLC
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MEDPRIDE CHESTRUB
_DRUG FACTS_
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Camphor 4.7%
Menthol 1.25%
Eucalyptus oil 1.2%
PURPOSE
Cough suppressant & Topical Analgesic
Cough suppressant
Cough suppressant & Topical Analgesic
USES
when applied to chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to
minor throat and
bronchial irritation associated with the common cold
when applied to muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches
and pains of
muscles and joints
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 for more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever,
rash, or
persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious
condition.
IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING, ask a health professional before use.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, get medical help or
contact a Poison
Control Center right away.
DIRECTIONS
SEE IMPORTANT WARNINGS UNDER " WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT"
adults and children 2 years and over
rub a thick layer on throat & chest &
cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired
keep clothing loose about throat and chest to help vapors reach the
nose and mouth
use up to three times daily or as directed by doctor
for muscle/joint minor aches and pains apply to affected area not more
than 3 to 4
times daily
children under 2 years: do not use
OTHER INFORMATION
store at room temperature
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
cedar leaf oil, methylparaben, nutmeg oil, petrolatum, propylparaben,
thymol, turpentine
oil
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
MEDPRID