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VAPORX

Dosage form
OINTMENT
Labeler
AKRON PHARMA INC
Label updated
2026-01-19
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) · EUCALYPTUS OIL · MENTHOL
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredients

Camphor 4.8%
Eucalyptus oil 1.2%
Menthol 2.6%

Purpose

Cough suppressant and topical analgesic

Cough suppressant

Cough suppressant and topical analgesic

Uses
  • when applied to chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associatedwith 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
  • with tight bandages
  • on wounds or damaged skin

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
  • 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 or persist for more than 7 days or clear up occur again within few days.
  • cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.

Label information

If pregnant or breast-feeding,ask a health professional before use.

Label information

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 and over
  • for cough suppression
  • rub a thick layer on 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 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
Other information
  • store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients

cedar wood oil, nutmeg oil, petrolatum, pine oil, thymol.

Manufactured for:

Akron Pharma Inc.

Fairfield, NJ 07004.


Call 1-877-225-6999

www.akronpharma.com

포장 표시

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 51b32162-0c5a-4b5b-999a-34337d816603 · Version 4
NDC: 71399-4589