Mentholatum Greaseless Vaporizing

Mentholatum Greaseless Vaporizing is a product that you put on your skin.

When you put it on your chest, breathing in the vapors may give you temporary relief from cough caused by irritation in your throat or lungs.

When you apply it to other parts of your body, it is used for temporary relief of minor muscle or joint pain.

Mentholatum Greaseless Vaporizing may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not take by mouth. This topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Do not apply to broken skin or an open wound.

This product can cause a mild cooling or burning sensation wherever it is applied. If this sensation is painful or causes severe discomfort, wash the treated skin area with soap and cool water.

Do not heat the product before use or it may cause burns.

To relieve cough, apply a thick layer of this product to the chest and throat up to 3 times per day. Do not use in your nose or mouth. To make the vapors easier to breathe in, keep the treated areas uncovered or covered only with loose clothing.

To relieve muscle or joint pain, apply this product to the affected area 3 or 4 times per day.

You may cover treated skin areas with a warm and dry cloth. Applying heat may worsen the sensation of cooling or burning. Do not apply a tight bandage over treated skin.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if you have a fever, rash, or headaches.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Mentholatum Greaseless Vaporizing is safe to use if you have:

• a cough with mucus; or
• a cough caused by smoking, asthma or emphysema.

Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 2 years old.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Avoid breastfeeding a baby while using this product on your chest.

Get emergency medical help if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling in your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

You may experience less serious side effects, and it is possible you may not have any at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Contact your doctor for medical advice regarding side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since camphor, eucalyptus, and menthol is used as needed, there is no specific dosing schedule. Do not use the product more often than instructed on the label.

An overdose of this product is not likely to cause harm. Get emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if someone has accidentally swallowed the product.

Do not let this product get in your eyes. If it does, rinse them with water.

Medicine applied to the skin is generally not expected to be influenced by other medications you take, but many medications can interact with each other. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently using, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.