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Caring Mill

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Active ingredients
  • Menthol, Unspecified Form 26 mg/1 g
  • Eucalyptus Oil 12 mg/1 g
  • Camphor (synthetic) 48 mg/1 g
Other brand names
Dosage form
Ointment
Route
Topical
Prescription status
OTC (over the counter)
Pregnancy
See Pregnancy Use Section
Lactation
See Lactation Use Section
Marketed in the U.S.
Since 2022
Label revision date
December 17, 2024
Drug Information (PDF)
Prescribing information, PDF file
Active ingredients
  • Menthol, Unspecified Form 26 mg/1 g
  • Eucalyptus Oil 12 mg/1 g
  • Camphor (synthetic) 48 mg/1 g
Other brand names
Dosage form
Ointment
Route
Topical
Prescription status
OTC (over the counter)
CSA schedule
Not a scheduled drug
Pregnancy
See Pregnancy Use Section
Lactation
See Lactation Use Section
Marketed in the U.S.
Since 2022
Label revision date
December 17, 2024
Manufacturer
FSA Store Inc.
Registration number
M012
NDC root
81522-725
Drug Information (PDF)
Prescribing information, PDF file
Packaging Info (2 NDCs)
Packaging & NDC Codes (2)

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Drug Overview

This medication is designed to provide temporary relief from cough caused by minor irritation in the throat and bronchial tubes, often associated with a cold. Additionally, it helps alleviate minor aches and pains in muscles and joints, making it useful for those experiencing discomfort during a cold or similar conditions.

Uses

You can use this medication to temporarily relieve a cough caused by minor irritation in your throat and bronchial tubes, especially when you're dealing with a cold. Additionally, it can help ease minor aches and pains in your muscles and joints, providing some comfort when you're feeling under the weather.

Rest assured, there are no known teratogenic effects (which means it doesn't cause birth defects) associated with this medication, making it a safer option for those concerned about such risks.

Dosage and Administration

For adults and children aged 2 years and older, you can use this medication by applying a thick layer to your throat and chest if you're dealing with a cough, or to sore, aching muscles or joints. If you like, you can cover the area with a warm, dry cloth to enhance the effect. It's important to keep your clothing loose around your throat and chest to allow the soothing vapors to reach your nose and mouth effectively. You can use this treatment up to three times a day, or follow your doctor's specific instructions.

If your child is under 2 years old, it's best to consult a doctor before using this medication.

What to Avoid

It's important to use this product safely to avoid any potential harm. You should never heat, microwave, or add it to hot water, as this can cause splattering and lead to burns. Additionally, do not take it by mouth or place it in your nostrils, and be careful to avoid contact with your eyes. It's also crucial not to apply it to wounds or damaged skin, and avoid tightly bandaging the area where it is applied. Following these guidelines will help ensure your safety while using the product.

Side Effects

If you experience a cough that lasts more than 7 days, returns after improvement, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a persistent headache, it's important to stop using the medication and consult a doctor. These symptoms could indicate a more serious health issue.

Additionally, if you notice that muscle aches and pains worsen, last longer than 7 days, or improve only to return shortly after, you should also seek medical advice.

Warnings and Precautions

This product is for external use only, so please do not take it by mouth or apply it to your nostrils. Before using it, consult your doctor if you have a cough with excessive mucus, or if you have a chronic cough due to smoking, asthma, or emphysema. While using this product, avoid heating it, as this can cause splattering and burns. Also, keep it away from your eyes, and do not apply it to wounds or damaged skin. Make sure not to bandage the area tightly.

If your cough lasts more than 7 days, returns, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a persistent headache, stop using the product and contact your doctor, as these may indicate a serious condition. Additionally, if you experience worsening muscle aches and pains that last more than 7 days or return after clearing up, seek medical advice. If the product is swallowed, seek emergency medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Overdose

If you or someone else has swallowed a medication and you suspect an overdose, it’s important to act quickly. Contact a medical professional or call a Poison Control Center immediately for guidance. They can provide you with the necessary steps to take based on the specific situation.

Signs of an overdose can vary, but they may include unusual drowsiness, confusion, or difficulty breathing. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention. Remember, it’s always better to be safe and get help if you’re unsure.

Pregnancy Use

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional before using this medication. They can provide guidance on whether it’s safe for you and your baby. Always prioritize your health and the health of your child by seeking expert advice.

Lactation Use

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional before using any medication. This ensures that you understand any potential risks and can make informed decisions about your health and the health of your baby. Always prioritize open communication with your doctor regarding your breastfeeding journey.

Pediatric Use

If your child is under 2 years old, it's important to consult a doctor before using this product. For children aged 2 years and older, you can apply a thick layer to their throat and chest to help with cough relief, or use it on sore, aching muscles or joints. Always follow the recommended guidelines to ensure your child's safety and comfort.

Geriatric Use

When it comes to using this medication in older adults, there is no specific information available about dosage adjustments, safety concerns, or special precautions. This means that if you or a loved one is an older adult considering this medication, it’s important to consult with a healthcare provider. They can help determine the best approach based on individual health needs and any other medications being taken. Always prioritize open communication with your healthcare team to ensure safe and effective treatment.

Renal Impairment

If you have kidney problems, it's important to know that the information provided does not include specific guidelines for dosage adjustments, special monitoring, or safety considerations related to renal impairment (kidney issues). This means that there are no tailored recommendations for how your treatment may need to change based on your kidney function.

Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice and to ensure that your treatment is safe and effective for your specific condition. They can help determine the best approach for managing your health, especially if you have concerns about your kidneys.

Hepatic Impairment

If you have liver problems, it's important to know that the information provided does not include specific guidelines for dosage adjustments, special monitoring, or precautions related to your condition. This means that there are no tailored recommendations for how the medication may affect you differently due to your liver health.

Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice and to ensure that any treatment plan is safe and effective for your specific situation. They can help determine the best approach based on your liver function and overall health.

Drug Interactions

It's great to know that there are no reported interactions between this medication and other drugs or laboratory tests. However, it's still very important to discuss all medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements, with your healthcare provider. This ensures that your treatment is safe and effective.

Always keep your healthcare provider informed about any changes in your health or new medications you may start. Open communication helps prevent any potential issues and supports your overall well-being.

Storage and Handling

To ensure the safety and effectiveness of your product, store it at room temperature and protect it from excessive heat. Avoid heating it in any way, including microwaving or adding it to hot water, as this can cause splattering and lead to burns.

Always keep the product out of reach of children, and remember to discard it after opening to maintain safety and hygiene. Following these guidelines will help you use the product safely and effectively.

Additional Information

You should apply this medication topically, up to three times a day or as directed by your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it's important to consult a healthcare professional before using this product. Always keep it out of reach of children, and if the medication is swallowed, seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

FAQ

What does this drug do?

This drug temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold, as well as minor aches and pains of muscles and joints.

How should I use this drug?

For adults and children 2 years and over, rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough, or on sore aching muscles or joints. You can use it up to 3 times daily or as directed by a doctor.

Are there any precautions for children under 2 years?

Yes, you should ask a doctor before using this drug for children under 2 years.

What should I do if my cough lasts more than 7 days?

Stop use and ask a doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts, as these could be signs of a serious condition.

What are the storage instructions for this drug?

Store at room temperature, protect from excessive heat, and keep out of reach of children. Do not heat, microwave, or add to hot water.

Can I use this drug if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should ask a health professional before use.

What should I do if I accidentally swallow this drug?

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Are there any contraindications for this drug?

No specific contraindications are mentioned in the provided text.

What should I avoid while using this drug?

Do not heat, microwave, or add to hot water, take by mouth, place in nostrils, get into eyes, apply to wounds or damaged skin, or bandage tightly.

Packaging Info

Below are the non-prescription pack sizes of Caring Mill (camphor, eucalyptus oil, menthol). Columns show Packaging, Formulation Type, and Active Ingredient Strength.

Packaging configurations for Caring Mill.
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Drug Information (PDF)

This file contains official product information for Caring Mill, including active ingredients, dosage, warnings, and labeling as submitted by the manufacturer for OTC distribution.

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Description

The provided data does not specify the chemical name, physical characteristics, or inactive ingredients of the drug. Therefore, a detailed description cannot be formulated based on the available information. Further details are required to create a comprehensive description.

Uses and Indications

This drug is indicated for the temporary relief of cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold. Additionally, it is indicated for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints.

There are no teratogenic or nonteratogenic effects associated with this drug.

Dosage and Administration

For adults and children aged 2 years and older, a thick layer of the product should be applied to the throat and chest to alleviate cough symptoms, or it may be rubbed onto sore, aching muscles or joints. If desired, the treated area can be covered with a warm, dry cloth to enhance the effect. It is recommended that clothing around the throat and chest be left loose to facilitate the release of vapors to the nose and mouth. The product may be used up to three times daily or as directed by a healthcare professional.

For children under 2 years of age, it is advised to consult a doctor before use.

Contraindications

Use of this product is contraindicated in the following situations:

Heating, microwaving, or adding the product to hot water or any container where heating water occurs is prohibited, as this may cause splattering and result in burns. The product should not be taken by mouth or placed in the nostrils, as this may lead to adverse effects. Contact with the eyes must be avoided to prevent irritation or injury. Application to wounds or damaged skin is contraindicated due to the risk of exacerbating the condition. Additionally, the product should not be bandaged tightly, as this may lead to complications.

Warnings and Precautions

For external use only.

Healthcare professionals should advise patients to consult a physician prior to use if they have a cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) or a chronic cough associated with smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

When utilizing this product, it is imperative to adhere to the following precautions:

  • Avoid heating, microwaving, or adding the product to hot water or any container that may heat water, as this may lead to splattering and potential burns.

  • The product should not be ingested or placed in the nostrils.

  • Care should be taken to prevent contact with the eyes.

  • The product must not be applied to wounds or damaged skin.

  • It is advised not to bandage the area tightly after application.

Patients should be instructed to discontinue use and seek medical advice if any of the following occur:

  • A cough persists for more than 7 days, recurs, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a headache that lasts, as these symptoms may indicate a serious underlying condition.

  • Muscle aches and pains worsen, persist beyond 7 days, or resolve only to recur within a few days.

In the event of accidental ingestion, immediate medical assistance should be sought, or contact with a Poison Control Center is recommended.

Side Effects

Patients should discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if they experience a cough that lasts more than 7 days, recurs, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a persistent headache, as these symptoms may indicate a serious underlying condition.

Additionally, if muscle aches and pains worsen, persist for more than 7 days, or resolve only to return within a few days, patients are advised to seek medical attention. These reactions warrant careful evaluation to rule out any significant health issues.

Drug Interactions

No drug interactions or drug and laboratory test interactions have been identified in the available data. Therefore, no specific recommendations for dosage adjustments or monitoring are necessary at this time.

Packaging & NDC

Below are the non-prescription pack sizes of Caring Mill (camphor, eucalyptus oil, menthol). Columns show Packaging, Formulation Type, and Active Ingredient Strength.

Packaging configurations for Caring Mill.
Details

Pediatric Use

Pediatric patients under 2 years of age should consult a healthcare professional before use. For children aged 2 years and older, the recommended application involves rubbing a thick layer on the throat and chest to alleviate cough symptoms, or applying it to sore, aching muscles or joints.

Geriatric Use

There is no specific information regarding the use of this medication in geriatric patients, including dosage adjustments, safety concerns, or special precautions. Healthcare providers should exercise caution when prescribing this medication to elderly patients, as individual responses may vary. Monitoring for potential adverse effects and therapeutic efficacy is recommended in this population.

Pregnancy

Pregnant patients and those who are breastfeeding should consult a healthcare professional prior to using this medication. It is important to assess the potential risks and benefits, as well as any available data regarding fetal outcomes and lactation. Healthcare providers should consider individual circumstances and the specific needs of the patient when making recommendations.

Lactation

Lactating mothers are advised to consult a health professional prior to using this medication. There is currently no available data regarding the excretion of this medication in human breast milk or its effects on breastfed infants. Therefore, caution is recommended when administering this medication to lactating individuals.

Renal Impairment

Patients with renal impairment have not been specifically addressed in the available prescribing information. There are no dosage adjustments, special monitoring requirements, or safety considerations outlined for individuals with reduced kidney function. Healthcare professionals should exercise caution and consider the lack of data when prescribing to this patient population.

Hepatic Impairment

Patients with hepatic impairment have not been specifically studied in relation to the use of this medication. Consequently, there are no established dosage adjustments, special monitoring requirements, or precautions outlined for individuals with compromised liver function. It is recommended that healthcare providers exercise caution when prescribing this medication to patients with hepatic impairment, given the lack of data on its safety and efficacy in this population. Regular monitoring of liver function may be prudent in these cases, although specific parameters are not defined in the available information.

Overdosage

In the event of an overdosage, immediate medical assistance is crucial. If the substance is ingested, healthcare professionals should advise patients or caregivers to seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center without delay.

Prompt intervention is essential to mitigate potential adverse effects associated with overdosage. Symptoms may vary depending on the specific substance involved; therefore, a thorough assessment by a medical professional is recommended to determine the appropriate course of action and management procedures.

Healthcare providers should ensure that patients are monitored closely for any signs of toxicity and that supportive care is initiated as necessary.

Nonclinical Toxicology

No teratogenic or non-teratogenic effects have been reported in the available nonclinical studies. Additionally, there is no information regarding animal pharmacology and toxicology. The absence of data limits the understanding of potential risks associated with the compound in nonclinical settings.

Postmarketing Experience

No postmarketing experience details are provided in the insert.

Patient Counseling

Healthcare providers should advise patients to keep this product out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion. Instruct patients that if the product is swallowed, they should seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Patients should be informed to stop using the product and consult a doctor if their cough lasts more than 7 days, returns, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or a persistent headache, as these may indicate a serious condition. Additionally, they should seek medical advice if muscle aches and pains worsen, persist for more than 7 days, or resolve only to recur within a few days.

When using this product, patients must be cautioned against heating, microwaving, or adding it to hot water or any container that may heat water, as this could cause splattering and result in burns. They should not take the product by mouth or place it in their nostrils, and care should be taken to avoid contact with the eyes. Patients should also refrain from applying the product to wounds or damaged skin and should not bandage the area tightly.

Furthermore, healthcare providers should recommend that patients consult a doctor before use if they have a cough that produces excessive phlegm (mucus) or if they have a chronic cough associated with smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Storage and Handling

The product is supplied in configurations that include specific NDC numbers, which should be referenced for accurate identification. It is essential to store the product at room temperature, ensuring that it is protected from excessive heat.

Special handling precautions must be observed; the product should not be heated, microwaved, or added to hot water or any container where heating water occurs, as this may lead to splattering and potential burns. Additionally, it is crucial to keep the product out of reach of children and to discard any remaining contents after opening to ensure safety and efficacy.

Additional Clinical Information

The product is administered topically and may be used up to three times daily or as directed by a healthcare professional. Clinicians should advise patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding to consult a health professional prior to use. It is important to keep the product out of reach of children, and in the event of accidental ingestion, patients should seek medical assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

No additional information is available regarding laboratory tests, abuse potential, or postmarketing experience.

Drug Information (PDF)

This file contains official product information for Caring Mill, including active ingredients, dosage, warnings, and labeling as submitted by the manufacturer for OTC distribution.

View product document (PDF)

Data Generation & Sources

This page was automatically generated and is maintained by the AllDrugs AI Data-Science Team. It was built from the FDA Structured Product Label (DailyMed) for Caring Mill, retrieved by a validated AI data-extraction workflow.

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