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
For the symptomatic relief of catarrh and coughs. For relief of the symptoms of minor muscular sprains and cramps.
How to take
USUnited States· FDA
3 products
Uses
Uses when applied to chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with the common cold when applied to muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]MHRA (UK) · PL031050109 · revised July 11, 2025
- [2]FDA DailyMed · 00f2fd0e-2608-6c… · revised October 1, 2025 [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.