Label: MEDICATED CHEST RUB- camphor, eucalyptus oil, menthol ointment

  • NDC Code(s): 70000-0480-1
  • Packager: Cardinal Health, 110 dba LEADER
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: OTC monograph final

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Updated January 11, 2023

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  • Active ingredients

    Camphor 4.8%

    Eucalyptus oil 1.2%

    Menthol 2.6%

  • Purpose

    Camphor - Cough suppressant & topical analgesic

    Eucalyptus oil - Cough suppressant

    Menthol - 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, or 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, 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 could 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 ( 1-800-222-1222) right away.
  • Directions

    • see important warning under "When using this product"
    • adults and children 2 years and over:
    • for cough suppression
    • rub a thick layer on the 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 a 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
  • Inactive ingredients

    fragrance, thymol, turpentine oil, white petrolatum

  • Questions?

    Call: 1-877-636-2677 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST .

  • Package/Label Principal Display Panel

    Medicated Chest Rub
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MEDICATED CHEST RUB 
    camphor, eucalyptus oil, menthol ointment
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:70000-0480
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) (UNII: 5TJD82A1ET) (CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) - UNII:5TJD82A1ET) CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC)48 mg  in 1 g
    EUCALYPTUS OIL (UNII: 2R04ONI662) (EUCALYPTUS OIL - UNII:2R04ONI662) EUCALYPTUS OIL12 mg  in 1 g
    MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM (UNII: L7T10EIP3A) (MENTHOL - UNII:L7T10EIP3A) MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM26 mg  in 1 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    THYMOL (UNII: 3J50XA376E)  
    TURPENTINE (UNII: XJ6RUH0O4G)  
    PETROLATUM (UNII: 4T6H12BN9U)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:70000-0480-11 in 1 CARTON01/28/2019
    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 finalpart34101/28/2019
    Labeler - Cardinal Health, 110 dba LEADER (063997360)