Label: MENTHOL CAMPHOR VAPOR RUB (camphor- natural and menthol, unspecified form ointment

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Drug Facts

  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT

    Active Ingredients:Purpose
    CAMPHOR 5.3%ANTITUSSIVE
    MENTHOL 2.8%ANTITUSSIVE
  • Use

    temporarily relieves cough as may occur or associated with a cold.

  • Warnings

    For external use only.

    Do not use

    • for persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
    • if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucous) unless directed by a physician

    When using this product do not

    • heat
    • microwave
    • add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and results in burns
    • take by mouth
    • place in nostrils

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • cough persists for more than 1 week
    • cough tends to recur
    • cough is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition

    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 or older
    • rub on the throat and chest in a thick layer
    • 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 3 times daily or as directed by a doctor
    • children under 2 years of age: Ask a doctor.
  • Other information

    store away from children at 68-77°F

  • Inactive ingredients

    paraffin, petrolatum.

  • QUESTIONS

    For adverse reactions call 1-888-384-1945

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    DISTRIBUTED BY:
    J.R. WATKINS, LLC
    OAKLAND, CA 94612

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 59 g Jar Box

    NEW FORMULA

    ESTD 1868
    J.R.
    WATKINS
    REMEDIES FOR BODY™

    VAPOR RUB
    COUGH RELIEVING OINTMENT

    WITH MENTHOL CAMPHOR

    NET WT. 2.1 OZ (59 g)

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 59 g Jar Box
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MENTHOL CAMPHOR VAPOR RUB 
    camphor (natural) and menthol, unspecified form ointment
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:72342-230
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CAMPHOR (NATURAL) (UNII: N20HL7Q941) (CAMPHOR (NATURAL) - UNII:N20HL7Q941) CAMPHOR (NATURAL)5.3 g  in 100 g
    MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM (UNII: L7T10EIP3A) (MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM - UNII:L7T10EIP3A) MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM2.8 g  in 100 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    PARAFFIN (UNII: I9O0E3H2ZE)  
    PETROLATUM (UNII: 4T6H12BN9U)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:72342-230-591 in 1 BOX08/21/2023
    159 g in 1 JAR; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01208/21/2023
    Labeler - J.R. Watkins, LLC. (081071049)
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