Vaporex (Ointment)
30 gm tube: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Camphor menthol oil clove oil eucalyptus oil turpentine |
| Company | Hallmark pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Stiffness
- Congestion
- Muscle aches
- Sprains
- Strains
- Back pain
- Joint pain
- Cold
- Flu
- Catarrh
- Headache
Composition
- Camphor: 2.5 gm
- Menthol: 2 gm
- Oil Clove: 2 gm
- Oil Eucalyptus: 1.25 gm
- Oil Turpentine: 1 gm
Pharmacology
- Action:
- Cough suppressant
- Topical analgesic
Dosage & Administration
- Topical: Rub gently 3-4 minutes on the chest and back 2-3 times daily. Cover the rubbed area with warm clothes.
- Inhalation: 1 teaspoon of ointment to be dissolved in boiled water and inhale the steam by mouth or nose as required.
Interaction
No known drug interactions
Contraindications
- Children under 3 years
- History of convulsion
Side Effects
- Redness
- Irritation
- Rash
- Pruritis
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category-Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid contact with eyes
- Not to be applied to wounds or damaged skin
- Wash hands thoroughly after applying
Therapeutic Class
- Topical Analgesics
- Topical anti-inflammatory preparations