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Walgreens Childrens Chest Rub

CAMPHOR, EUCALYPTUS OIL, MENTHOL

Standard Dose
Directions see important warning under "When using this product" adults and children 2 years and over: rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough, or rub on sore aching muscles or joints cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired clothing should be left loose about the 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: ask a doctor
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints
Summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints Dosage and administration Directions see important warning under "When using this product" adults and children 2 years and over: rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough, or rub on sore aching muscles or joints cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired clothing should be left loose about the 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: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Ask a doctor before use if you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) chronic cough that lasts or 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. do not take by mouth or place in nostrils do not get into eyes do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints Dosage and administration Directions see important warning under "When using this product" adults and children 2 years and over: rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough, or rub on sore aching muscles or joints cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired clothing should be left loose about the 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: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Ask a doctor before use if you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) chronic cough that lasts or 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. do not take by mouth or place in nostrils do not get into eyes do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. muscle aches and pains worsen, persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and occur again within a few days 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 right away at 1-800-222-1222.

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only Ask a doctor before use if you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) chronic cough that lasts or 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.
  • do not take by mouth or place in nostrils do not get into eyes do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts.
  • These could be signs of a serious condition.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.