VICKS vaporub 100g

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  • VICKS vaporub 100g

VICKS vaporub 100g

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  • Product features

    Vicks VapoRub is a therapeutic balm that provides symptomatic relief of cold symptoms like painful throats, coughs, nasal catarrh and nasal congestion (blocked nose). The cooling power of menthol and eucalyptus oil act within one minute to relieve blocked noses, reduce coughs in 15 minutes, and release vapours for up to eight hours. Vicks VapoRub is suitable for adults and children aged two and over and contains menthol and eucalyptus oil. 

    • Eases four cold symptoms
    • Reduces nasal congestion in one minute
    • Contains eucalyptus oil, turpentine oil and menthol
    • Releases vapours for up to eight hours

Overview

Vicks VapoRub is a medicinal ointment that alleviates viral symptoms such as nasal catarrh, a blocked nose, and a sore throat in adults and children over the age of two. Its active ingredients, including eucalyptus oil and menthol, soothe stuffy noses, inflamed mucous membranes in your throat and nose, painful throats and coughs caused by colds.

FAQ

  • How do I use Vicks VapoRub?

    Rub on technique
    Adults: Apply a generous layer of Vicks VapoRub on the throat, back and chest. Massage thoroughly across the entire area and wear loose-fitting bed clothes so that you breathe in the vapours easily.

    Children aged two and above: Carefully apply a thin layer onto the chest and back. Wear loose-fitting pyjamas for comfortable inhalation.

    Inhalation technique
    Adults and children aged 12 plus: Let two teaspoons of Vicks VapoRub dissolve in hot water, then breathe in the steam. Avoid the inhalation technique for children below the age of two.

  • Is it okay to put Vicks on your nose?

    No. You should never apply Vicks VapoRub on your nose. Vicks VapoRub contains camphor, and if applied topically through broken skin or mucous membranes, this has a toxic effect. Avoid applying this product in or around your nostrils, particularly those of a small child. Also, do not put Vicks VapoRub near your eye, as if the ointment gets inside, it may harm your cornea.

  • Where do you rub Vicks VapoRub for a cough?

    To help your cough symptoms, apply a liberal layer of Vicks VapoRub on your throat and chest. If you like, put a warm cloth on top. Ensure you wear loose clothing around your chest and throat to enable the vapours to enter your mouth and nose.

Side Effects

As with all medications, Vicks VapoRub may cause side effects, but not everybody will notice them. You may experience: 

  • Eye inflammation.
  • An allergic reaction.
  • Burning at the location of the application.
  • Skin irritation and redness.

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