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HealthWise Chest Rub

CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC), EUCALYPTUS OIL, AND MENTHOL

Standard Dose
Directions see important warnings under " When using this product " children under 2 years of age, ask a doctor before using this product adults and children 2 years and over: rub a thick layer on chest & fractor rub on sore aching muscles. If desired cover with a dry soft cloth but keep clothing loose. Repeat up to 3 times daily
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses Temporarily relieves throat and chest cough nasal congestion due to common cold aching muscles minor aches and pains
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporarily relieves throat and chest cough nasal congestion due to common cold aching muscles minor aches and pains Dosage and administration Directions see important warnings under " When using this product " children under 2 years of age, ask a doctor before using this product adults and children 2 years and over: rub a thick layer on chest & fractor rub on sore aching muscles.

If desired cover with a dry soft cloth but keep clothing loose.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporarily relieves throat and chest cough nasal congestion due to common cold aching muscles minor aches and pains Dosage and administration Directions see important warnings under " When using this product " children under 2 years of age, ask a doctor before using this product adults and children 2 years and over: rub a thick layer on chest & fractor rub on sore aching muscles. If desired cover with a dry soft cloth but keep clothing loose. Repeat up to 3 times daily Warnings and cautions 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 asthma excessive phlegm (mucus) emphysema persistent or chronic cough cough associated with smoking When using this product, do not heat microwave use near open flame 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/pain persist more than 7 days or comes back cough lasts more than 7 days or comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (800-222-1222) right away.

Monitoring

  • 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 asthma excessive phlegm (mucus) emphysema persistent or chronic cough cough associated with smoking When using this product, do not heat microwave use near open flame 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/pain persist more than 7 days or comes back cough lasts more than 7 days or comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts.
  • These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
HealthWise Chest Rub (CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC), EUCALYPTUS OIL, AND MENTHOL) | Drug Monograph | MedicHelpline