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Chest Rub

Dosage form
JELLY
Labeler
H E B
Label updated
2026-05-07
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) · EUCALYPTUS OIL · MENTHOL
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Warning

Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious consequences  

Active ingredients

Camphor 4.8%

Eucalyptus oil 1.2%

Menthol 2.6%

Purpose

Cough suppressant & topical analgesic

Uses
  • on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to the common cold
  • on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
Warnings

For external use only; avoid contact with eyes.

Do not use

  • by mouth
  • with tight bandages
  • in nostrils
  • 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 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 persist more than 7 days or come back
  • cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or persistent headache. 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 right away.

Directions

See important warnings under "When using this product"

  • adults & children 2 yrs & over:
  • rub a thick layer on chest & throat or rub on sore aching muscles
  • cover with a 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
  • children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
  • store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients

cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, special petrolatum, spirits of turpentine, thymol

Questions?

1-888-593-0593

Disclaimer

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Procter & Gamble, distributor of Vicks ®VapoRub ®.

Adverse reactions

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H-E-B ®

MEDICATED CHEST RUB

Cough Suppressant / Topical Analgesic

NET WT 1.76 OZ (50 g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 6503761f-37ae-4f39-b727-cb75d4c4a3c9 · Version 14
NDC: 37808-248