VICKS CHILDRENS VAPORUB (camphor- synthetic, eucalyptus oil, menthol ointment

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) (UNII: 5TJD82A1ET) (CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) - UNII:5TJD82A1ET), EUCALYPTUS OIL (UNII: 2R04ONI662) (EUCALYPTUS OIL - UNII:2R04ONI662), MENTHOL (UNII: L7T10EIP3A) (MENTHOL - UNII:L7T10EIP3A)

Available from:

Procter & Gamble Manufactura S de RL de CV

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 - by mouth - in nostrils - on wounds or damaged skin - with tight bandages - cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) - persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema - muscle aches and pains worsen or persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. - cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

VICKS CHILDRENS VAPORUB- CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC), EUCALYPTUS OIL,
MENTHOL OINTMENT
PROCTER & GAMBLE MANUFACTURA S DE RL DE CV
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VICKS
CHILDREN'S VAPORUB™
_DRUG FACTS_
Camphor (synthetic) 4.8%
Eucalyptus oil 1.2%
Menthol 2.6%
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
in nostrils
on wounds or damaged skin
with tight bandages
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
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STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
muscle aches and pains worsen or persist for more than 7 days or clear
up and
occur again within a few days.
cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied
by 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:
for cough suppression
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
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