Ammonia / Camphor / Menthol
This topical medication combines ammonia, camphor, and menthol to provide relief from nasal congestion, cough, and minor muscle aches. The cooling sensation from menthol and camphor creates a soothing effect, while ammonia provides a mild stimulating sensation when inhaled. It is commonly used as a chest rub or vapor treatment for respiratory discomfort.
A topical combination product used for temporary relief of nasal congestion, cough, and minor muscle aches through its camphor and menthol cooling effects.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 2265633
- Generic
- Ammonia / Camphor / Menthol
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation, nasal congestion, and minor aches and pains of muscles and joints such as backache, arthritis, and strains.
Menthol and camphor produce a cooling sensation that helps relieve congestion and provides topical analgesic effects. When applied to the chest or inhaled, the vapors help loosen congestion. The ammonia component provides a mild stimulating effect when smelled.
For external use only. Do not apply near heat, open flame, or electrical sources. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use on broken skin. Do not use on children under 2 years of age without medical advice. Do not ingest. If cough persists for more than 7 days or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache, discontinue use and consult a physician.
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