Eucalyptus Oil
Active ingredient
Sold as VICKS VapoRub · Bactimicina Vapor Rub · Vicks childrens VapoRub · OLBAS FOR CHILDREN · MACKENZIES SMELLING SALTS
- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 12
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 7
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Eucalyptus oil is an ingredient used in products applied to the chest and throat to temporarily relieve coughs associated with minor throat and bronchial irritation from the common cold [1]. When applied to muscles and joints, it is also approved to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains [1].
This ingredient is available under various brand names, including Vicks childrens VapoRub, VICKS VapoRub, and Bactimicina Vapor Rub [1].
In the past 12 months, there have been 7 adverse event reports associated with this ingredient [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include diarrhea, fatigue, accidental exposure to the product by an elderly person, acute lung injury, and alopecia [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 9 | April 24, 2026 |
| US United States | FDA | 3 | January 7, 2026 |
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
9 products
Uses
1) Traditionally used for the symptomatic relief of catarrh and head colds.
How to take
USUnited States· FDA
3 products
Uses
Uses on chest and throat, for the temporary relief of cough due to the common cold on muscles and joints, for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]MHRA (UK) · PL140170313 · revised April 24, 2026
- [2]FDA DailyMed · 176b617a-faf6-78… · revised January 7, 2026 [PDF]
- [3]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.