Vicks VapoFreeze

Camphor, Menthol · Cream · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active ingredients Camphor 3.6% Menthol 16% Active ingredients Purpose Topical anesthetic Topical analgesic

Purpose

Active ingredients Purpose Topical anesthetic Topical analgesic

Uses

Use temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: arthritis simple bachache strains sprains bruises provides penetrating pain relief

Warnings

Warnings For external use only

Do not use

Do not use on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin with a heating pad

When using this product

When using this product use only as directed. do not bandage tightly or use with medicated patch avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes a transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days avoid applying into skin folds

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or symptoms persist for mor than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present or excessive skin irritation occurs you experience severe burning pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied

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.

Directions

Directions adults and children 12 years of age and older: apply to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after each use children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor Store at no greater than 25°C (77°F).

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, alcohol denat., aminomethyl propanol, cetyl alcohol, cetyl palmintate, edetate disodium, fragrance, glycerin, isopropyl isostearate, PEG-100 stearate, polyoxyl 15 hydroxystearate, propylene glycol, steareth-2, stearic acid, stearyl alcohol, water

Questions?

Questions? 1-855-446-4345

Label text from the FDA structured product label by The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (revised May 22, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Vicks VapoFreeze NDC products (3)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
84126-302Menthol .16 g/g; Camphor (synthetic) .036 g/g
Cream
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing CompanyOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
84126-303Menthol .16 g/g; Camphor (synthetic) .036 g/g
Spray
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing CompanyOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
84126-383Camphor (synthetic) 3.6 g/100g; Levomenthol 16 g/100g
Liquid
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing CompanyOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Vicks VapoFreeze used for?

Use temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: arthritis simple bachache strains sprains bruises provides penetrating pain relief

Who makes Vicks VapoFreeze?

Vicks VapoFreeze is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company.