Phenol

Over-the-Counter

Brand names: Pain Relieving Petro Carbo

Dosage Form

Topical

Route

TOPICAL

Manufacturer

J.R. Watkins, LLC.

About This Medication

Topical product applied to the skin for localized treatment and symptom relief.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient	Strength
Phenol	-

Indications & Usage

Uses for temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns minor cuts insect bites minor skin irritations scrapes sunburn eczema poison ivy

Dosage & Administration

Directions For adults and children 2 years and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3-4 times daily. For children under 2 years of age: Consult a physician.

Warnings & Precautions

Warnings For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes Discontinue use and consult a physician if symptoms worsen persist for more than 7 days clear up the recur within a few days Do not apply over large areas of the body bandage Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Uses for temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns minor cuts insect bites minor skin irritations scrapes sunburn eczema poison ivy

Directions For adults and children 2 years and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3-4 times daily. For children under 2 years of age: Consult a physician.

Warnings For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes Discontinue use and consult a physician if symptoms worsen persist for more than 7 days clear up the recur within a few days Do not apply over large areas of the body bandage Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Phenol is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.

References & Data Sources

• DailyMed — Phenol drug label (National Library of Medicine)
• openFDA — Phenol label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
• RxNorm — RXCUI 2198796 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
• NDC Directory — Phenol (FDA National Drug Code)

Medical Disclaimer

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Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or medication.

Data sources: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS