Label: VICKS VAPORUB (camphor- synthetic, eucalyptus oil, and menthol ointment

  • NDC Code(s): 58933-671-01
  • Packager: Procter & Gamble Manufactura S de RL de CV
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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  • Drug Facts

  • Active Ingredients

    Camphor (synthetic) 4.7%

    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

    • muscle aches and pains worsen or persist for mor 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

    Keep out of reach of children.

  • OVERDOSAGE

    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, fragrance, nutmed oil, petrolatum, thymol. turpentine oil

  • Questions?

    1-800-873-8276

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Only selected information is listed on the jar label.

    Keep carton for future reference.

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    TAMPER EVIDENT:Carton sealed for your protection.

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    MADE IN MEXICO

    DIST. BY PROCTER & GAMBLE, CINCINNATI, OH 45202

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 50 g Jar Carton

    Vicks ®

    VapoRub

    COUGH SUPPRESSANT
    TOPICAL ANALGESIC

    Ointment

    Lemon Scent

    NET WT 1.76 OZ (50 g)

    671

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    VICKS VAPORUB 
    camphor (synthetic), eucalyptus oil, and menthol ointment
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:58933-671
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) (UNII: 5TJD82A1ET) (CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) - UNII:5TJD82A1ET) CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC)0.047 g  in 1 g
    EUCALYPTUS OIL (UNII: 2R04ONI662) (EUCALYPTUS OIL - UNII:2R04ONI662) EUCALYPTUS OIL0.012 g  in 1 g
    MENTHOL (UNII: L7T10EIP3A) (MENTHOL - UNII:L7T10EIP3A) MENTHOL0.026 g  in 1 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    PETROLATUM (UNII: 4T6H12BN9U)  
    CEDAR LEAF OIL (UNII: BJ169U4NLG)  
    NUTMEG OIL (UNII: Z1CLM48948)  
    THYMOL (UNII: 3J50XA376E)  
    TURPENTINE OIL (UNII: C5H0QJ6V7F)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorwhiteScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:58933-671-011 in 1 CARTON07/30/1993
    150 g in 1 JAR; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01207/30/1993
    Labeler - Procter & Gamble Manufactura S de RL de CV (812807550)
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