Vicks Vaporub 100g
From £4.77
Product features
- Effective Cold Relief
- Helps with Sore Throats & Nasal Congestion
- Also can be purchased in a smaller 50g tub
Overview
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Vicks VapoRub is an ointment which is used to relieve an inflammation of mucous membranes in the nose and throat, a blocked nose, sore throat and coughs due to colds. Vicks VapoRub contains four active ingredients:
- Camphor & Levomenthol calm a cough
- Eucalyptus oil and Levomenthol relieve blocked nose
- Eucalyptus oil relieves catarrh
Side Effects
Side Effects of Vicks Vaporub 100g
Like all medicines, Vicks VapoRub can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.
- Redness or irritation of the skin
- Irritation of the eyes (by inhalation)
- Allergic reactions
Directions
Directions of use for Vicks Vaporub 100g
Adults:
- Rub Vicks VapoRub liberally on the chest, throat and back
- Cover whole area for maximum effect
- Leave nightclothes loose to allow vapours to be inhaled easily.
OR
- Place hot (not boiling) water in a suitable bowl for inhalation
- Melt two teaspoons of VapoRub into the bowl of hot water
- Keep sufficient distance from the mixture in a bowl to avoid burning of the face due to hot vapours
- Inhale the medicated vapours for 10-15 minutes
Warnings
Warnings for Vicks Vaporub 100g
- Never re-hear the mixture or hear VapoRub in a microwave.
- Vick VapoRub is for external use only.
Ingredients
Ingredients in Vicks Vaporub 100g
Active ingredients: Levomenthol, camphor, eucalyptus oil and turpentine oil.
Other ingredients: thymol, cedarwood oil and white soft paraffin.