Campho-Phenique is for external use only.

No. It should only be used externally.

• • Campho-Phenique Pain Relieving Antiseptic Liquid – Provides instant relief to soothe itchy bites. Relieves pain and itching associated with insect bites, minor burns, sunburn, minor cuts and scrapes. Protects against secondary infections in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. For temporary relief; stop use and see your doctor if symptoms persist for more than 7 days.
  • Campho-Phenique Pain and Itch Relieving Antiseptic Gel – Relieves pain and itching associated with insect bites, minor burns, sunburn, minor cuts and scrapes. Protects against secondary infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. For temporary relief; stop use and see your doctor if symptoms persist for more than 7 days.

An antiseptic is a chemical which kills or inhibits the growth of micro-organisms. Some additional examples of antiseptics include antiseptic soap, iodine, betadine and hydrogen peroxide

Phenol temporarily inactivates the pain signals at the nerve endings in the skin, providing a local anesthetic or numbing effect. It also has antiseptic properties.

This ingredient is present to produce a pleasant odor.

No.

These directions apply to adults and children 2 or older. For children under 2, consult your doctor before using.
Cold Sore Treatment – Clean the affected area. Apply directly to cold sore or fever blister 1 – 3 times daily. Do not bandage.

1884 Campho-Phenique Liquid is introduced.
1944 Campho-Phenique Liquid is purchased by Sterling Drug.
1945 Campho-Phenique is repositioned as a first aid antiseptic.
1979 Campho-Phenique Gel is formulated as a first aid product.
1984 Campho-Phenique Gel is repositioned as a cold sore remedy.
2003 Campho-Phenique Cold Sore Treatment for Scab Relief is launched.
2016 Campho-Phenique is purchased by Foundation Consumer Healthcare.

In 1867 Joseph Lister demonstrated that phenol cleansing of patients’ skin before and after surgery could greatly reduce infections.