FDA Label for Rite Aid Chest Rub
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Rite Aid Chest Rub Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Rite Aid Corporation. 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 Ingredients
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 as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
When Using This Product
• do not heat, microwave, or 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 warnings 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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