Product Detail
Product Description
Cough Suppressant Topical Analgesic
•The active ingredients in Vicks VapoRub work naturally through the inhalation of medicated Vicks vapors to relieve coughing due to common cold.
•Vicks VapoRub also relieves minor muscle aches and pains.
•VapoRub is applied externally, so it doesn't interact with other medications the way pills can
Indications
On chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold. On muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains.
Warnings
For external use only, avoid contact with eyes.Do not use
•by mouth
•with tight bandages
•in nostrils
•on wounds or damaged skin
Ask a doctor before use if you have
•cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
•persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
When using this product
•do not heat
•microwave
•add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and result in burns
Stop use and ask a doctor if
•muscle aches and pains persist more than 7 days or come back.
•cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Active Ingredients: Camphor (4.8%), Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) (1.2%), Menthol (2.6%)
Inactive Ingredients: Cedar Leaf Oil, Nutmeg Oil, Special Petrolatum, Thymol, Turpentine Oil
See important warnings
Adults and children 2 years and over
•rub a thick layer on chest & throat or rub on sore aching muscles
•cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired
•keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth
•repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor
Children under 2 years of age ask a doctor.
Store at room temperature