Vicks VapoCool Dailymed
Generic: benzocaine and menthol is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections Burns Earache Fissure in Ano Hemorrhoids Herpes Simplex Otitis Externa Otitis Media Pain Pruritus Toothache Oral Ulcer Skin Diseases
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Drug Facts
Active Ingredients (per Lozenge)
Benzocaine 15 mg Menthol 20 mg
Purpose
Oral anesthetic
Oral anesthetic
Uses
temporarily relieves occasional minor irritation and pain due to
- sore throat
- sore mouth
Warnings
Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops:
- pale, gray or blue colored skin (cyanosis)
- headache
- rapid heart rate
- shortness of breath
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- fatigue or lack of energy
Allergy Alert:
do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine, or other “caine” anesthetics. If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
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 12 years of age.
Do Not Use
- for teething
- in children under 2
When Using This Product
do not exceed recommended dosage
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- a severe sore throat accompanied by difficulty in breathing or that lasts more than 2 days
- a sore throat accompanied by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea or vomiting
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, or if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens
Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding Section
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children Section
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdosage Section
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- adults and children 12 years and over: dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in the mouth. Repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor.
- children under 12 years: do not use.
Other Information
- store at room temperature; protect from moisture
- contains soy
Inactive Ingredients
corn syrup, flavors, propylene glycol, sucrose
Questions?
1-800-283-4879
DIST. BY PROCTER & GAMBLE, CINCINNATI OH 45202
Principal Display Panel - 16 Lozenges Carton
VICKS ®
VapoCOOL
SORE THROAT
BENZOCAINE & MENTHOL - ORAL ANESTHETICS
COOLING + NUMBING
Soothes Throat Pain Fast-acting
WINTERFROST
16 LOZENGES
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