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

  • NDC Code(s): 24286-1564-2, 24286-1564-3
  • Packager: DLC Laboratories, Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Drug Facts

  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT

    Active IngredientsPurposes
    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, for the temporary relief of cough due to the common cold
    • on muscles and joints, for the temporary relief of 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 worsen or persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days.
    • cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with 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.If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

  • 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 and chest
      • cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired
      • clothing should be loose about throat and chest to help vapors reach the nose and mouth
    • use up to three times daily or as directed by a doctor.
      For minor aches and pains of muscles and joints
      • 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, paraffin wax, petrolatum, thymol, turpentine oil

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Manufactured by:
    DLC Laboratories
    Paramount, CA 90723 USA

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 56.7 g Jar Carton

    FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN

    MEDICATED CHEST RUB

    Triple Action Relief

    VAPOREX ®

    • OINTMENT •

    NO ARTIFICIAL COLORS
    OR FRAGRANCES

    COUGH SUPPRESSANT
    TOPICAL ANALGESIC

    NET WT 2.0 OZ (56.7 g)

    Vaporex Ointment

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    VAPOREX 
    camphor (synthetic), eucalyptus oil, and menthol ointment
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:24286-1564
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) (UNII: 5TJD82A1ET) (CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) - UNII:5TJD82A1ET) CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC)4.8 g  in 100 g
    EUCALYPTUS OIL (UNII: 2R04ONI662) (EUCALYPTUS OIL - UNII:2R04ONI662) EUCALYPTUS OIL1.2 g  in 100 g
    MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM (UNII: L7T10EIP3A) (MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM - UNII:L7T10EIP3A) MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM2.6 g  in 100 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    PARAFFIN (UNII: I9O0E3H2ZE)  
    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:24286-1564-21 in 1 CARTON03/12/201311/07/2017
    162.5 g in 1 JAR; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:24286-1564-31 in 1 CARTON03/12/2013
    256.7 g in 1 JAR; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01203/12/2013
    Labeler - DLC Laboratories, Inc. (093351930)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    DLC Laboratories, Inc.093351930manufacture(24286-1564) , label(24286-1564)
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