Anthropometric Measurements as Predictors of Low Birth Weight Among Tanzanian Neonates: A Hospital-Based Study
November 7, 2025
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Brand Name :
Vicks Vaporub, Vaprox, Mentholatum greaseless vaporizing
Synonyms :
Camphor/eucalyptus oil/menthol
Class :
Topical rubefacient
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
CreamÂ
5.3%/1.3%/2.8%Â
OintmentÂ
4.7%/1.2%/2.6%Â
4.8%/1.2%/2.6%Â
5%/5%/5%Â
Apply topically on affected area 3-4 times a day
Apply a thick layer topically over the throat and chest 3 times daily
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
CreamÂ
5.3%/1.3%/2.8%Â
OintmentÂ
4.7%/1.2%/2.6%Â
4.8%/1.2%/2.6%Â
5%/5%/5%Â
Age: >2 years
Apply a thick layer topically over the throat and chest thrice daily
Refer to adult dosingÂ
Actions and spectrum:Â
Camphor/eucalyptus oil/menthol is known to relieve muscular or joint pain. It prevents the flow of pain signals to the brain by producing a cool or warm feel on the skin. Camphor, eucalyptus oil, and menthol act as cough suppressants, while camphor and menthol possess analgesic activity.Â
Frequency not definedÂ
Skin rashÂ
Swelling of face, tongue, lips, or throatÂ
ItchingÂ
HivesÂ
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Black Box Warning Â
For topical use onlyÂ
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
Hypersensitivity Â
Breast-feedingÂ
Pregnancy Â
AsthmaÂ
EmphysemaÂ
Productive coughÂ
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Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
It is not recommended for use in pregnancyÂ
Lactation:Â Â
It is not recommended for use in lactationÂ
Pregnancy category:Â Â
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.Â
Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.  Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category Â
Pharmacology:Â
Camphor/eucalyptus oil/ menthol is a topical rubefacient used to treat colds, coughs, inflammation of the skin, etc.Â
Pharmacodynamics:Â
Limited data available Â
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Limited data available Â
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Administration:Â
The medicine should be applied topicallyÂ
Not for oral use.Â
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Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: camphor/eucalyptus oil/ mentholÂ
Why do we use camphor/eucalyptus oil/ menthol?Â
Camphor/eucalyptus oil/menthol is a topical medication used to relieve cough and inflammation due to itching, hives, etc. It prevents cough and bronchial irritation due to cold temporarily. It is also known to relieve pain in joints and muscles temporarily.Â
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