For Healthcare Professionals Only
Mentholatum Vapour Rub
Uses
Symptomatic relief of colds, catarrh and hayfever. For muscular pain and stiffness including back pain, sciatica, lumbago, fibrositis, rheumatic pain, bruises and chilblains. Relief from minor skin conditions, including dry and chapped skin, nettle rash, insect bites and stings, itching.
Dosage
Adults and children over 3 years: apply 2-3 times daily. Colds, catarrh and hayfever: rub on chest, throat and back, or melt one teaspoonful in hot water and inhale vapour. Muscular pain and stiffness: rub onto affected area. Minor skin conditions: apply a small amount lightly to affected area. Under 3 years: not recommended.
Format and ingredients
Anhydrous ointment containing:
Camphor 9% w/w
Menthol 1.35% w/w
Methyl Salicylate 0.33% w/w
Category:
Cough, Colds and Sore Throat
Manufacturer:
MENTHOLATUM COMPANY LTD, THE
Pack size:
30g jar
RRP:
£2.65
Legal status:
(GSL)