FDA Label for Walgreens Chest Rub

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Walgreens Chest Rub Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Walgreen Company. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient



Camphor 4.8%

Eucalyptus oil 1.2%

Menthol 2.6%


Purpose



Camphor – Cough suppressant/topical analgesic

Eucalyptus oil – Cough suppressant

Menthol – Cough suppressant/topical analgesic


Uses



Temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints


Warnings



For external use only


Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • •cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
  • •chronic cough that lasts or occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema

When Using This Product



  • do not heat
  • do not microwave
  • do not add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and result in burns.
  • •do not take by mouth or place in nostrils
  • •do not get into eyes
  • •do not apply to wounds or damaged skin
  • •do not bandage tightly

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • •cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • •muscle aches and pains worsen, persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and occur again within a few days

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 warning under "When using this product"
  • •adults and children 2 years and over:
  • •rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough, or rub on sore aching muscles and joints
  • •cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired
  • •clothing should be left loose about the throat and chest to help vapors reach the nose and mouth
  • •use up to 3 times daily, or as directed by a doctor
  • •children under 2 years: ask a doctor

Inactive Ingredients



fragrance, thymol, turpentine oil, white petrolatum


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