Quick answers
- What is Phenol used for?
- The Drug Facts label of Sore Throat Relief Cherry Flavor (Cardinal Health) lists these uses: For the temporary relief of occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and sore throat..
- Do I need a prescription for Phenol?
- 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 ingredient, 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 Phenol 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.
Sore Throat Relief Cherry Flavor · Cardinal Health
Phenol 1.4%, spray (oral)
Active ingredient
Phenol 1.4%
Purpose
Oral Anesthetic/Analgesic
Uses
For the temporary relief of occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and sore throat.
Warnings
- Sore throat warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat that accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use
more than 2 days or administer to children under 6 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
When using this product
do not exceed recommended dose. Stop use and ask a doctor or dentist if sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens swelling, rash or fever develops
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a doctor before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose or accidental poisoning , get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Directions
Apply to affected area (one spray). Allow to remain in place for at least 15 seconds, then spit out.
| Adults and children 12 year of age and older | Use every 2 hours or as directed by a doctor or dentist |
| Children under 12 years of age | Should be supervised in use of this product |
| Children under 6 years of age | Ask a doctor or dentist |
Inactive ingredients
FD&C Red No. 40, flavor, glycerin, purified water, sucralose.
Questions?
1-866-467-2748
— FDA label of Sore Throat Relief Cherry Flavor, Cardinal Health, effective October 14, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Castellani Paint 1.5% · The Podiatree Company
Phenol 15 mg/mL, liquid (topical)
Active ingredient
Phenol 1.5%
Purpose
First Aid Antiseptic
Uses
First aid antiseptic to help protect against skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes or burns
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
in eyes with bandages on large areas of the body longer than one week unless directed by a doctor stop use and consult a doctor if condition persists in case of deep puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns, consult a doctor if known to be sensitive to any ingredients in this product Stop use and ask a doctor or pharmacist if skin irritation or sensitivity develops or increases or if the condition persists or gets worse.
When using this product
Check skin for sensitivity to phenol prior to application Use caution when applying as this product will stain skin and clothing KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Directions
clean the affected area apply a small amount on the area one to three times daily
Inactive ingredients
Acetone, resorcinol, SD alcohol (13%), water
Questions?
or Suggestions? 1.855.763.8733 or visit us at www.thepodiatreecompany.com
— FDA label of Castellani Paint 1.5%, The Podiatree Company, effective January 8, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
NICE SORE THROAT Spearmint · Leosons Overseas Corp
Phenol 1.4 g/177 mL, spray (oral)
Active ingredient
& Purposes Active Ingredients Purposes Phenol 1.4% Oral Anesthetic/ Analgesic
Purpose
Active Ingredients Purposes Phenol 1.4% Oral Anesthetic/ Analgesic
Uses
For temporary relief of occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth, sore throat and pain associated with canker sores.
Warnings
- Sore throat warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly.
Do not use
more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by doctor.
When using this product
do not use more than directed.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens swelling, rash or fever develops difficulty in breathing occurs If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
apply to the affected area allow to remain in place for at least 15 seconds, then spit out use every 2 hours or as directed by a doctor or dentist
| age | dose |
| adults and children 12 years of age and older | for each application, spray 5 times |
| children 3 to under 12 years | should be supervised in use of this product for each application, spray 3 times |
| children under 3 years of age | consult a doctor or dentist |
Other information
store at room temperature TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL IS TORN, BROKEN OR MISSING.
Inactive ingredients
D&C green #5, D&C yellow #10, FD&C green #3, flavor, glycerin, propylene glycol, sodium saccharin, and water.
Questions?
1-855-452-9500 or email at info@leosonsintl.com
— FDA label of NICE SORE THROAT Spearmint, Leosons Overseas Corp, effective November 20, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
Aseptil Rojo · Menper Distributors, Inc.
Phenol 1.4 mg/100 mL, spray (topical)
Active ingredient
Phenol 1.4%
Purpose
Oral Analgesic/Anesthetic
Uses
for temporary relief of occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth, sore throat and pain associated with canker sores.
Warnings
- Sore throat warning: Sever or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea and vomiting may be serious. Consult doctor promptly.
Do not use
more than 2 days or administer to children under 3 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
When using this product
do not use more thani directed
Stop use and ask a doctor if
sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens swelling, rash or fever develops difficulty in breathing occurse If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional befre use. Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children . In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Apply to the affected area (five sprays) Allow to remain in place for at least 15 seconds, then spit out. Use every 2 hours or as directed by a doctor or dentist. Children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of the product. Children under 3 years of age: Consult a dentist or doctor.
Inactive ingredients
citric acid, FD&C red #40, flavor, glycerin, propylene glycol, sodium citrate, saccharin sodium, water.
Questions?
call 1-800-560-5223 M-F 9 AM to 4 PM Eastern
— FDA label of Aseptil Rojo, Menper Distributors, Inc., effective July 22, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Diabetic Tussin Sore Throat Cherry · Medtech Products Inc
Phenol 1.4 mg/mL, spray (oral)
Active ingredient
Phenol 1.4%
Purpose
Oral anesthetic/Analgesic
Uses
for the temporary relief of occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and sore throat.
Warnings
Sore Throat Warning: Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use
more than 2 days or administer to children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
When using this product
do not exceed recommended dose. Stop use and ask a doctor or dentist if sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens swelling, rash or fever develops
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health care professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Apply to the affected area (one spray). Allow to remain in place for at least 15 seconds, then spit out. Use every 2 hours or as directed by a doctor or dentist. Children under 12 years of age : ask a doctor before use.
Other information
store between 20°-25°C (68-°77°F). do not refrigerate. Check expiration date before using. Store upright.
Inactive ingredients
alcohol, FD&C red #40, flavors, glycerin, purified water, sodium saccharin anhydrous
Questions?
1-800-579-8327
— FDA label of Diabetic Tussin Sore Throat Cherry, Medtech Products Inc, effective October 23, 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 ingredient, 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.
Phenol 1.4% · spray (oral) · 35 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| ABC Sore Throat Menthol Flavor | Amerisource Bergen | DailyMed |
| Chloraseptic Childrens Sore Throat Cherry | Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. | DailyMed |
| Chloraseptic Sore Throat Cherry | Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. | DailyMed |
| Chloraseptic Sore Throat Citrus | Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. | DailyMed |
| Chloraseptic Sore Throat Menthol | Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. | DailyMed |
| CVS Health Sore Throat Fast Relief Oral Anesthetic | CVS Pharmacy, Inc. | DailyMed |
| CVS Sore Throat Cherry | CVS Pharmacy, Inc. | DailyMed |
| CVS Sore Throat Menthol Flavor | Cvs Pharmacy, Inc. | DailyMed |
| DRx Choice Sore Throat Menthol Flavor | Raritan Pharmaceuticals Inc | DailyMed |
| Good Neighbor Sore Throat Cherry Flavor | Amerisource Bergen | DailyMed |
| HEB Sore Throat Cherry Flavor | Heb | — |
| HEB Sore Throat Menthol Flavor | Heb | — |
| Meijer Sore Throat | Meijer Distribution Inc. | — |
| NICE SORE THROAT Cherry | Leosons Overseas Corp | DailyMed |
| PUBLIX Sore Throat Fast Relief Oral Anesthetic | Publix Super Markets, Inc | — |
| PUBLIX Sore Throat Menthol Flavor | Publix Super Markets, Inc | — |
| QUALITY CHOICE Sore Throat | Chain Drug Marketing Association | — |
| Rugby Cherry Flavor | Rugby Laboratories | — |
| Signature Care Sore Throat Cherry Flavor | Safeway | DailyMed |
| Sore Throat | EQUATE (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) (see also WAL-MART INC) | DailyMed |
| Sore Throat | Raritan Pharmaceuticals Inc | DailyMed |
| Sore Throat | Safeway, Inc. | DailyMed |
| Sore throat cherry | Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL) | DailyMed |
| Sore Throat Cherry | Family Dollar (FAMILY WELLNESS) | DailyMed |
| Sore Throat Cherry | QUALITY CHOICE (Chain Drug Marketing Association) | DailyMed |
Showing 25 of 35 brands.
Phenol 15 mg/mL · liquid (topical) · 3 products
Phenol 1.4 g/177 mL · spray (oral) · 2 products
Phenol 1.5% · liquid (oral) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Sore Throat Cherry | Major Pharmaceuticals | — |
Phenol 1.4 mg/100 mL · spray (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Aseptil Rojo | Menper Distributors, Inc. | DailyMed |
Phenol 1.4 mg/mL · spray (oral) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetic Tussin Sore Throat Cherry | Medtech Products Inc | DailyMed |
Phenol 3.5 mg/0.7 mL · spray (oral) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Chloraseptic Warming Sore Throat | Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. | DailyMed |
Phenol 1.5% · liquid (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinia ID | The Podiatree Company | DailyMed |
Phenol 14 mg/100 mL · spray (nasal) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Phenol | Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. | DailyMed |
Phenol 6 mg/mL · liquid (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Horse 777 Oral | Wild Horse 777, Inc. | DailyMed |
Phenol 1.5% · salve (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Pain Relieving Petro Carbo | J.R. Watkins, LLC. | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| phenol 1.4% spray | Generic | $0.0123 per mL |
| phenol 1.5% liquid | Generic | $0.0123 per mL |
NADAC list of November 4, 2026; these prices took effect on October 21, 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.
- Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.5 products
- CVS Pharmacy, Inc.3 products
- Leosons Overseas Corp3 products
- The Podiatree Company3 products
- Amerisource Bergen2 products
- Heb2 products
- Topco Associates LLC2 products
- Publix Super Markets, Inc2 products
- Chain Drug Consortium2 products
- Raritan Pharmaceuticals Inc2 products
- P & L Development, LLC1 product
- Major Pharmaceuticals1 product
- Safeway, Inc.1 product
- Walgreen Company1 product
- Chain Drug Marketing Association1 product
- EQUATE (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) (see also WAL-MART INC)1 product
- Menper Distributors, Inc.1 product
- Medtech Products Inc1 product
- QUALITY CHOICE (Chain Drug Marketing Association)1 product
- Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL)1 product
- Stratus Pharamceuticals1 product
- Walgreens1 product
- Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc.1 product
- Safeway1 product
- Rugby Laboratories1 product
- Wild Horse 777, Inc.1 product
- Family Dollar (FAMILY WELLNESS)1 product
- J.R. Watkins, LLC.1 product
- Meijer Distribution Inc.1 product
- Cardinal Health1 product
Showing the 30 companies with the most products, of 32.
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
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.