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Menthol

temporarily relieves: cough as may occur with a cold occasional minor irritation and sore throat.

在某些国家/地区无处方销售 口服 Safety alerts on record

How to use Menthol

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Temporarily relieves: cough as may occur with a cold occasional minor irritation and sore throat

How to take it and how often
  • Adults and children 5 years and over - dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in mouth
  • Repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor
  • Children under 5 years - ask a doctor
Talk to a doctor first if

persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)

Warnings

Sore throat warning: if sor throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, see your dentist or doctor promptly. These symptoms may be serious.

Possible side effects

Stop use and ask doctor if cough persists for more than 7 days, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistant headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. sore throat is severe, or irritation, pain or redness lasts or worsens sore mouth does not improve in 7 days

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-12-23.

Brands around the world

Products with Menthol as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Vaporizing Chest RubCAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) 4.7 g/100g, MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM 1 g/100g, EUCALYPTUS OIL 1 g/100g · Ointment · NINGBO LIYUAN DAILY CHEMICAL PRODUCTS CO., LTD.
NDC 76176-135Label
AntispeticTHYMOL .64 mg/mL, EUCALYPTOL .92 mg/mL, MENTHOL .42 mg/mL · Mouthwash · Topco Associates LLC
NDC 36800-664Label
Beol Cho LongMENTHOL 1.2 g/100mL, GARLIC OIL 7.5 g/100mL · Liquid · sunkyung trading
NDC 82994-0001Label
Cool Relief Oral AnestheticMENTHOL 13.2 mg/1 · Lozenge · Ricola Ag
NDC 54305-513Label
CoolexaCAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) 40 mg/g, MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM 100 mg/g, METHYL SALICYLATE 300 mg/g · Cream · Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc.
NDC 57237-351Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACEcopain A4-101757NAFDACEx-Coff A11-100047NAFDACPalnac Gel A4-100625NAFDACLofnac Gel 04-7092NAFDACZabnac Gel A4-101259NAFDACOstmax Gel C4-1480NAFDACVolini Gel A4-3978NAFDACOkuma Cream B4-3716NAFDACStednac Gel A4-100649NAFDACDeepcam Gel A4-101008NAFDACDorivan Gel A4-101266NAFDACKapurol Gel A4-100787

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Zicam, Cold Remedy, Medicated Nasal Swabs, With Cooling Menthol & Eucalyptus, 20 Single-Use Swabs per carton, Zinc-Free Homeopathic, Distributed by Church & Dwight Co. Inc., Ewing,U.S. FDA Class II
10 Aug 2026 · Church & Dwight Co., Inc. · OngoingCGMP Deviations; FDA inspection of the contract manufacturer noted out of limit results for microbiological testing
MGC Health, Menthol- Cough Suppressant, Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Honey Lemon, 30-count bag, Distributed By: Medical Group Care, LLC, 1035 Collier Center Way, STE 5, Naples, FLU.S. FDA Class II
20 Mar 2026 · Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. · OngoingThis recall is being initiated following FDA's recommendation based on certain observations noted during an August 15, 2025, inspection of the manufacturing facility that may bear on product quality.
MGC Health, Menthol- Cough Suppressant, Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Sugar Free, Honey Lemon, 25-count bag, Distributed By: Medical Group Care, LLC, 1035 Collier Center Way, STE 5U.S. FDA Class II
20 Mar 2026 · Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. · OngoingThis recall is being initiated following FDA's recommendation based on certain observations noted during an August 15, 2025, inspection of the manufacturing facility that may bear on product quality.
Discount Drug Mart Food Market, Cough Drops, Menthol -Cough Suppressant Anesthetic, 30-count bag, Distributed By: Drug Mart-Food Fair, Medina, Ohio 44256, Made in China, NDC: 83698U.S. FDA Class II
20 Mar 2026 · Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. · OngoingThis recall is being initiated following FDA's recommendation based on certain observations noted during an August 15, 2025, inspection of the manufacturing facility that may bear on product quality.

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Menthol

What is Menthol used for?

temporarily relieves: cough as may occur with a cold occasional minor irritation and sore throat (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Menthol?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: adults and children 5 years and over - dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in mouth. Repeat every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor. children under 5 years - ask a doctor…

Do I need a prescription for Menthol?

In many countries Menthol is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Menthol?

Menthol is sold under names such as Equate Honey Lemon Cough Drops. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Menthol is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.