Vicks Vapofreeze Pain Relief
3.6 g/100g + 16 g/100g · Liquid
- Available without prescription
- Active substance
- Camphor, Menthol
- Made by
- The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
- Source
- Official label
Quoted from the official source. Not yet reviewed by Mediclarum — the leaflet in your pack is authoritative.
At a glance
Quoted from the official label · 2026-05-22
Active ingredients Purpose Topical anesthetic Topical analgesic
- Arthritis simple bachache strains sprains bruises provides penetrating pain relief
- Sold without a prescription
- FDA enforcement reports list no ongoing recall, and none from the last two years, for this product code · checked 2026-10-02
Every line above is selected, not written, from the official label. Nothing is reworded. DailyMed
What it is for
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:
- arthritis simple bachache strains sprains bruises provides penetrating pain relief
From the official label · 2026-05-22 · DailyMed
Do not take it if
on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin with a heating pad
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Do Not Use”.
How to take it
These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.
- adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- apply to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after each use
- children under 12 years of age:
- ask a doctor
- Store at no greater than 25°C (77°F).
Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.
Stop and get help if
condition worsens or symptoms persist for mor than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present or excessive skin irritation occurs you experience severe burning pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Stop Use”.
Other warnings
- For external use only
- use only as directed. do not bandage tightly or use with medicated patch
- avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes a transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days
- avoid applying into skin folds
Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Pregnancy or Breast Feeding”.
If you take too much
In an emergency, call your local emergency number or a poison control centre.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Quoted from the official label, section “Overdosage”.
What kind of medicine it is
Active ingredients Purpose Topical anesthetic Topical analgesic
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.
Other ingredients
Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.
acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, alcohol denat., aminomethyl propanol, cetyl alcohol, cetyl palmintate, edetate disodium, fragrance, glycerin, isopropyl isostearate, PEG-100 stearate, polyoxyl 15 hydroxystearate, propylene glycol, steareth-2, stearic acid, stearyl alcohol, water
Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.
Questions about this product
1-855-446-4345
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Questions”.
Ingredients people check for
Lactose, gluten, dyes, sugars and other ingredients that matter with an allergy, intolerance or diet — as this product’s FDA label lists them.
- Alcohol (ethanol)
alcohol denat
Matters for children, in pregnancy, in recovery and with some medicines.
Quoted from the FDA label. A label that does not name an ingredient is not a guarantee that the product is free of it, and formulations change. With an allergy, check the pack and ask a pharmacist.
Details
| Made by | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Camphor, Menthol |
| Strength | 3.6 g/100g + 16 g/100g |
| Form | Liquid |
| Route | Topical |
| Packs | 70.9 g in 1 BOTTLE, WITH APPLICATOR |
| NDC | 84126-383 |
Source: NDC Directory · 2026-09-13 · not reviewed by a clinician
Source: US Food and Drug Administration, NDC Directory. Reuse terms: US government work (FDA).
Same active substance
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