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Chest Rub

CAMPHOR, EUCALYPTUS OIL, MENTHOL

Standard Dose
Directions See imporatant warning under "When using this product" adults & children 2 yrs & over: rub a thick layer on chest and throat or rub on sore aching muscles cover with warm, dry cloth if desired keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
Summary

Indications and usage Uses on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains Dosage and administration Directions See imporatant warning under "When using this product" adults & children 2 yrs & over: rub a thick layer on chest and throat or rub on sore aching muscles cover with warm, dry cloth if desired keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only; avoid contact with eyes

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains Dosage and administration Directions See imporatant warning under "When using this product" adults & children 2 yrs & over: rub a thick layer on chest and throat or rub on sore aching muscles cover with warm, dry cloth if desired keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only; avoid contact with eyes

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only; avoid contact with eyes

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.