FDA Label for Vicks Vapo Rub

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Vicks Vapo Rub Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Savings Distributors Llc. 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.

Drug Facts




Active Ingredients



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 or 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



• 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 The 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


Inactive Ingredients



cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, petrolatum, thymol, turpentine oil.


Questions Or Comments?



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