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PRODUCT INFORMATION


Cold symptom
relief

• For a good night‘s sleep

• For the whole family*

VICKS VapoRub is a medicinal ointment containing:
  • Levomenthol
  • Camphor
  • Eucalyptus oil
  • Turpentine oil
VICKS VapoRub can be used for the symptomatic relief of:
  • Nasal catarrh
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion
  • Coughs due to colds
Directions for Use:
Rub on Method
  • (Adults) Rub VapoRub liberally on the chest, throat and back. Rub in well over the whole area and leave nightclothes loose for easy inhalation.
  • (Children over 2 years) Apply lightly to chest and back. Rub gently and leave clothes loose for easy inhalation.
Inhalation Method
  • (Adults and children over the age of 12) Melt two teaspoons of VapoRub in very hot water and inhale the vapours.
Not recommended for children under 2 years of age. Read the package leaflet before use.

FEATURES & BENEFITS


VICKS VapoRub relieves 4 cold symptoms so the whole family can have a good night’s sleep.

When children wake up at night because of a cold (blocked nose or cough), it can disturb the whole family’s sleep!

VICKS VapoRub is a medicinal ointment which fights the symptoms of colds in adults and children above 2 years old. Thanks to its Menthol, Camphor, Eucalyptus oil and Turpentine oil, VICKS VapoRub relieves:

  • NASAL CATARRH
  • SORE THROAT
  • CONGESTION
  • COUGH DUE TO COLDS

VICKS VapoRub releases vapours for up to 8 hours.

VICKS VapoRub is fast acting on cold symptoms which can disturb your sleep:

• Relieves blocked nose in about 1 minute

• Reduces cough in about 15 minutes

• Releases vapours for up to 8 hours

USAGE INSTRUCTIONS


1. TOPICAL APPLICATION

For adults and children above 2 years old, gently massage onto the chest and back before going to bed. Adults should also rub VICKS VapoRub rub on the throat. Whilst it is being used loose comfortable clothing should be worn, so that the vapours  can be easily inhaled.


2. INHALATION

The ointment can also be used for inhalation by adults and children above 12 years old. Melt two teaspoons of VapoRub into a suitable bowl with hot water (not boiling) and inhale the vapours.

FAQ's


Why is the use of VICKS VapoRub recommended?

Unpleasant symptoms such as blocked nose and cough can prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep. VICKS VapoRub applied at bedtime starts to relieve nasal congestion in about 1 minute and cough in about 15 minutes. VICKS  VapoRub releases it’s therapeutic vapours throughout the night for up to 8 hours.

How long are VICKS VapoRub’s vapours released and how should I apply it?

After VICKS VapoRub has been applied, vapours are released for up to 8 hours. For adults and children above 2 years old, gently massage onto the chest and back before going to bed. Adults can also rub VICKS VapoRub rub on the throat.

Can VICKS VapoRub be used on children?

VICKS VapoRub may only be used on children above 2 years old. Gently massage the product onto the chest and back before going to bed to help to relieve cold symptoms.        

Ratings & Reviews

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3.86/5 (22)
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76% Recommended

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Your Location:
Norwich, United Kingdom
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11/30/18

Great product

Great for rubbing onto chest for colds clears blocked nose.

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Northamptonshire
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12/24/17

Return to previous formula please

This product was a major part of my childhood. The initial notion that there may be someone with a cold in our household meant the Vicks came out. That strong aroma when the jar is opened has now gone. The strong Eucalyptus smell has disappeared, and also it appears has its effectiveness. Please go back to the original recipe, it worked and this just doesn’t.

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Taunton Somerset UK
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12/25/17

Never again - what a waste of money

Had an old bottle of Vick's - it was super effective. But not this latest watered-down junk. I rubbed some on my chest hoping to help my bunged-up nose but I could hardly even smell it - I might just as well have used a mild hand cream instead. Eventually I washed the sticky stuff off and vowed never to waste my money on any Vick's products again.

No, I don't recommend this product

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