Quick answers
- What is Camphor (natural), eucalyptus oil and menthol used for?
- The Drug Facts label of Walgreens Chest Rub (Walgreen Company) lists these 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.
- Do I need a prescription for Camphor (natural), eucalyptus oil and menthol?
- No. The products on this page are sold without a prescription (over the counter).
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredients, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Camphor (natural), eucalyptus oil and menthol been recalled?
- No recall linked to these products appears in the FDA enforcement reports we use.
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
Walgreens Chest Rub · Walgreen Company
Camphor (natural) 4.8% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6%, ointment (topical)
Active ingredient
Camphor 4.8% Eucalyptus oil 1.2% Menthol 2.6%
Purpose
Camphor – Cough suppressant/topical analgesic Eucalyptus oil – Cough suppressant Menthol – Cough suppressant/topical analgesic
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
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, microwave, or 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 at 1-800-222-1222.
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
fragrance, petrolatum, thymol, titanium dioxide, turpentine oil
— FDA label of Walgreens Chest Rub, Walgreen Company, effective March 25, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Chest Rub · The Kroger Co.
Camphor (natural) 4.8% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6%, jelly (topical)
Active ingredient
Camphor 4.8% Eucalyptus oil 1.2% Menthol 2.6%
Purpose
cough suppressant & topical analgesic
Uses
on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
Warnings
For external use only; avoid contact with eyes
Do not use
by mouth with tight bandages in nostrils on wounds or damaged skin
Ask a doctor before use if
you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
When using this product
do not heat microwave add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and result in burns.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
muscle aches and pains persist more than 7 days or come back cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of accidental ingestion, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
See imporatant warning under "When using this product" adults & children 2 yrs & over: rub a thick layer on chest and throat or rub on sore aching muscles cover with warm, dry cloth if desired keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
Other safety information Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious consequences
Inactive ingredients
cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, special petrolatum, spirits of turpentine, thymol
Questions?
Call 1-800-632-6900
— FDA label of Chest Rub, The Kroger Co., effective February 27, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Walgreens Lavender Chest Rub · Walgreen Company
Camphor (natural) 4.7% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6%, ointment (topical)
Active ingredient
Camphor 4.7% Eucalyptus oil 1.2% Menthol 2.6%
Purpose
Camphor – Cough suppressant/topical analgesic Eucalyptus oil – Cough suppressant Menthol – Cough suppressant/topical analgesic
Uses
when applied to chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with the common cold when applied to muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
by mouth in nostrils on wounds or damaged skin with tight bandages
Ask a doctor before use if
you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
When using this product
do not heat microwave add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and result in burns.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
muscle aches and pains worsen or persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
see important warning under "When using this product" adults and children 2 years and over: for cough suppression rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired keep clothing loose about throat and chest to help vapors reach the nose and mouth use up to 3 times daily or as directed by a doctor for muscle/joint minor aches and pains apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 2 years: ask a doctor
Other information
store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
cetostearyl alcohol, fragrance, thymol, titanium dioxide, turpentine oil, white petrolatum
Questions?
Call 1-800-925-4733
— FDA label of Walgreens Lavender Chest Rub, Walgreen Company, effective March 25, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Chest Rub · Retail Business Services, LLC
Camphor (natural) 48 mg/100 g · Eucalyptus oil 12 mg/100 g · Menthol 26 mg/100 g, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Camphor 4.8% Eucalyptus oil 1.2% Menthol 2.6%
Purpose
cough suppressant & topical analgesic
Uses
on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold on muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
Warnings
For external use only; avoid contact with eyes
Do not use
by mouth with tight bandages in nostrils on wounds or damaged skin
Ask a doctor before use if
you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
When using this product
do not heat microwave add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and result in burns.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
muscle aches and pains persist more than 7 days or come back cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of accidental ingestion, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
See imporatant warning under "When using this product" adults & children 2 yrs & over: rub a thick layer on chest & throat or rub on sore aching muscles cover with warm, dry cloth if desired keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
Other safety information Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious consequences Other information store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, special petrolatum, spirits of turpentine, thymol
— FDA label of Chest Rub, Retail Business Services, LLC, effective February 6, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Chest Rub · United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI
Camphor (natural) 4.8% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6%, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Camphor 4.8% Eucalyptus oil 1.2% Menthol 2.6%
Purpose
cough suppressant & topical analgesic
Uses
on chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold on muscles and joints, temporarily releives minor aches and pains
Warnings
For external use only; avoid contact with eyes.
Do not use
by mouth with tight bandages in nostrils on wounds or damaged skin
Ask a doctor before use if
you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
When using this product
do not heat microwave add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and result in burns
Stop use and ask a doctor if
muscle aches and pains persist more than 7 days or come back cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of accidental ingestion, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
see important warning under "When using this product" adults & children 2 yrs & over: rub a thick layer on chest & throat or rub on sore aching muscles cover with warm, dry cloth if desired keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, special petrolatum, spirits of turpentine, thymol
Questions?
Call 1-877-932-7948
— FDA label of Chest Rub, United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI, effective February 17, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Sof Skin Vaporizing Chest Rub and Cough Suppressant · Viny Health and Beauty Inc
Camphor (natural) 5.31 g/113 g · Eucalyptus oil 1.13 g/113 g · Menthol 2.26 g/113 g, gel (topical)
Active ingredient
Menthol 2.0% Camphor 4.7% Eucalyptus Oil 1.0%
Purpose
Decongestant
Uses
To temporarily relieve nasal congestion, chest congestion and cough due to the common cold. Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains.
Warnings
For external use only. Not for internal use. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not put in mouth, nostrils or on wounds or damaged skin.
Do not use
near open flame, in a microwave oven or in a container in which water is being heated except when adding to cold water in a hot steam vaporizer. Consult a physician before use: If you have asthma, emphysema, persistent or chronic cough, cough associated with smoking or excessive mucus. If muscle aches persist for more than 7 days or comes back or if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back or occurs with fever, rash or a persistent headache. If pregnant or breast feeding: Consult a physician before use.
Keep out of reach of children
: If ingested get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Adults and children 2 years of age and older rub thick layer on chest and throat for temporary relief from nasal congestion and coughing due to colds or rub on sore, aching muscles. if desired, loosely cover with a soft dry cloth but keep clothing loose. Repeat up to three times daily, especially at bedtime. Children under 2 years of age, consult your physician.
Inactive ingredients
Petrolatum, Mineral Oil, Nutmeg Oil, Turpentine Oil, Thymol, Cedar Leaf Oil
— FDA label of Sof Skin Vaporizing Chest Rub and Cough Suppressant, Viny Health and Beauty Inc, effective February 18, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredients, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Camphor (natural) 4.8% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6% · ointment (topical) · 6 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Earths Care Chest Rub | DLC Laboratories, Inc | DailyMed |
| SofSkin Vaporizing Chest Rub and Cough Suppressant | Viny Health and Beauty Inc | DailyMed |
| Vaporizing Chest Rub 4 oz. | Rejoice International Inc. | DailyMed |
| Vaporizing Chest Rub 4 oz. 3 pk | Rejoice International Inc. | DailyMed |
| Walgreens Chest Rub | Walgreen Company | DailyMed |
| Walgreens Childrens Chest Rub | Walgreen Company | DailyMed |
Camphor (natural) 4.8% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6% · jelly (topical) · 5 products
Camphor (natural) 4.7% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6% · ointment (topical) · 3 products
Camphor (natural) 48 mg/100 g · Eucalyptus oil 12 mg/100 g · Menthol 26 mg/100 g · cream (topical) · 2 products
Camphor (natural) 4.8% · Eucalyptus oil 1.2% · Menthol 2.6% · cream (topical) · 2 products
Camphor (natural) 5.31 g/113 g · Eucalyptus oil 1.13 g/113 g · Menthol 2.26 g/113 g · gel (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Sof Skin Vaporizing Chest Rub and Cough Suppressant | Viny Health and Beauty Inc | DailyMed |
Camphor (natural) 4.7% · Eucalyptus oil 1% · Menthol 1% · jelly (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Doue Vaporizing Chest Rub Cough Suppressant | Onest Limited | — |
Camphor (natural) 5% · Eucalyptus oil 1.3% · Menthol 2.8% · ointment (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Cough and Cold Therapy | Everlaan Organics Inc | DailyMed |
Camphor (natural) 48% · Eucalyptus oil 12% · Menthol 26% · ointment (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaya Breathe Easy Vaporizing Rub | Avaria Health & Beauty Corp | DailyMed |
Camphor (natural) 5.3% · Eucalyptus oil 1.3% · Menthol 2.8% · gel (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Thieves Chest Rub | Young Living Essential Oils, LC. | DailyMed |
What pharmacies pay (NADAC)
The National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) is the average price U.S. retail pharmacies paid to buy one unit of a medicine (one tablet, one mL or one gram), from a monthly survey of pharmacy invoices by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). State Medicaid programs use it to pay pharmacies.
This is not the price you pay. What you pay depends on your insurance (copay or coinsurance), your pharmacy and any discounts, and pharmacies also charge for filling a prescription. Ask your pharmacist or your health plan what your price will be.
| Strength and form | Generic or brand | Pharmacies pay |
|---|---|---|
| camphor (natural) 4.8% · eucalyptus oil 1.2% · menthol 2.6% jelly | Generic | $0.0248 per gram |
NADAC list of November 4, 2026; these prices took effect on June 17, 2026. Shown only where a package’s NDC code matches the NADAC list exactly, and only for that exact strength and form: nothing is averaged across strengths. Strengths and forms not listed here have no NADAC price.
Source: NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) 2026, data.medicaid.gov (CMS) →
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- Walgreen Company3 products
- Rejoice International Inc.2 products
- Viny Health and Beauty Inc2 products
- Everlaan Organics Inc2 products
- Amazon.com Service LLC1 product
- The Mentholatum Company1 product
- Family Dollar Stores, Inc1 product
- Valu Merchandisers Company1 product
- Onest Limited1 product
- Hy-Vee, Inc.1 product
- Strategic Sourcing Services LLC1 product
- Better Living Brands, LLC1 product
- DLC Laboratories, Inc1 product
- Avaria Health & Beauty Corp1 product
- Retail Business Services, LLC1 product
- The Kroger Co.1 product
- United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI1 product
- Young Living Essential Oils, LC.1 product
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
Next steps
- Find a pharmacy near youA pharmacist can answer questions about this label
- Earths CareBrand page: products, maker and price
- Latest FDA drug recallsPrescription and over-the-counter, newest first
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Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.