Vicks Vaporub Ointment
FDA Label NDC 58933-544

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Procter & Gamble Manufactura S De Rl De Cv for the product Vicks Vaporub (NDC 58933-544). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding other, otc - purpose, uses, warnings, do not use, ask a doctor before use if you have, when using this product, do not, stop use and ask a doctor if, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Drug Facts

Made in Mexico by
Procter & Gamble Manufactura, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Dist. by Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati OH 45202.

Otc - Purpose

Active ingredientsPurpose
Camphor 4.8%Cough suppressant & topical analgesic
Eucalyptus oil 1.2%Cough suppressant
Menthol 2.6%Cough suppressant & topical analgesic

Uses

  • on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold
  • on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves 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 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 more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

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 chest & throat or rub on sore aching muscles
  • cover with a 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: do not use

Other Information

  • store at room temperature

Inactive Ingredients

cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, special petrolatum, thymol, turpentine oil

Questions?

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