CVS Health Medicated Chest Rub
camphor, eucalyptus oil, menthol · Ointment · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredients Camphor 4.8% Eucalyptus oil 1.2% Menthol 2.6%
Purpose
Purpose Camphor - Cough suppressant / topical analgesic Eucalyptus oil - Cough suppressant Menthol - Cough suppressant / topical analgesic
Uses
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
Warnings
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 do not microwave do not 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.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
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
When using this product do not heat do not microwave do not 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
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
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
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 and 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
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients fragrance, thymol, turpentine oil, white petrolatum
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS Pharmacy (revised Jan 11, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Camphor (synthetic) in 1 product
- Eucalyptus Oil in 1 product
- Menthol, Unspecified Form in 1 product
CVS Health Medicated Chest Rub NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59779-790 | Camphor (synthetic) 48 mg/g; Eucalyptus Oil 12 mg/g; Menthol, Unspecified Form 26 mg/g Ointment | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is CVS Health Medicated Chest Rub used for?
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
Who makes CVS Health Medicated Chest Rub?
CVS Health Medicated Chest Rub is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS Pharmacy.