Vicks VapoRub

Vicks® VapoRub is a topical cough treatment with medicated vapors which is suitable to be utilized by adults and Children from 2 years of age and above.

50 g, 100 g (Regular only), 170 g (Regular only)

Available in two fragrances: Regular and Lemon.

Common cold could be an infection of the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat). it's always harmless, though you would not feel that way. There are varieties of viruses that can cause a typical cold. Over two hundred virus strains are responsible inflicting the upper respiratory disorder, with rhinoviruses being the foremost common. They unfold through the air at the event of any contact with an infected individual or indirectly through contact with objects within the surroundings, followed by transfer to the mouth or nose.

The primary ways minimising the risk of a common cold is by frequent hand washing and sanitising; not touching the eyes, nose or mouth with unclean or unsanitised hands; and staying far away from sick individuals. Some proof supports the utilisation of face masks.

Children younger than six years are at greater risk of getting the common colds, however, healthy adults can be catch the common cold at least 2 or 3 times a yearly annually. Most people become free of a common cold in a seven or ten days. Please note symptoms may last longer in people who smoke. 

Symptoms of a typical cold sometimes reveal itself one to a few days after being exposed to a cold-causing virus. Signs and symptoms, which might vary from person to person, may include:

1. Runny or stuffy nose

2. Sore throat

3. Cough

4. Congestion

5. Slight body aches or a light headache

6. Sneezing

7. Low-grade fever

8. Generally feeling unwell (malaise)

The discharge from your nose might become thicker and yellow or inexperienced in color as a typical cold runs its course. this is not a sign of a microorganism infection.

The Vicks® heritage is not just concerning respiratory disease drugs. It's concerning giving families the chance to continue life, even on sick days, for quite one hundred years.

When the Spanish respiratory disease (flu) hit the U.S. from 1918 to 1919, Vicks VapoRub sales skyrocketed from Nine Hundred Thousand Dollars (USD) to Two Million, Nine Hundred Thousand Dollars (USD) in only one year. Sales inflated, therefore, dramatically, that the Vicks plant operated day and night to manage the level of orders received.

The cough solution works by suppressing and relieving congestion and cold symptoms, treating muscular and joint pain and the rear of the throat. In addition, it contains sedative qualities that helps with sleep.

1. Cough

2. Nasal Congestion

3. Boil

4. Chest Congestion

5. Difficulty respiration at nighttime

1. Vicks® VapoRub™ Topical Cough Suppressant

Vicks® VapoRub™, Topical Cough solution, is the number one selling brand of children's cough cold merchandise acceptable for ages 2 and up, it's a topical cough suppressant with medicated vapors. It starts operating quickly for adults similarly to alleviate cough symptoms.

• It temporarily relieved coughs caused by minor throat and cartilaginous tube irritation related to the respiratory disorder on the chest and throat.

• It temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints

This suppressant is a chest rub that treats coughs and minor aches and pains. VapoRub has three active cough relievers that has been clinically proven to relieve coughs. VapoRub works starts working instantly once applied on the chest or neck. It now has a Lavender Scent.

Active Ingredients

Regular: Camphor (synthetic) 4.8 percent (%), Eucalyptus oil 1.2 percent (%), Menthol 2.6 percent (%)

Lemon: Camphor (synthetic) 4.7 percent (%), Eucalyptus oil 1.2 percent (%), Menthol 2.6 percent (%)

Camphor 4.8 percent (%): Is a cough reliever and topical analgesic, it relieves cough caused by minor throat and cartilaginous tube irritation because of a respiratory disorder. In addition, it helps in relieving muscle aches and joint pains.

Eucalyptus Oil 1.2 percent (%): Relieves cough caused by respiratory disorder.

Menthol 2.6 percent (%): Relieves cough caused by minor throat and cartilaginous tube Irritation because of a respiratory disorder. In addition, it helps in relieving muscle aches and joint pains.

Inactive Ingredients

Regular: Oil (Cedarleaf, Nutmeg, Turpentine), Petrolatum and Thymol

Lemon: Oil (Cedarleaf, Nutmeg, Turpentine), Petrolatum, Lemon Fragrance and Thymol

Adults and children of two years and above: For cough suppression - rub a thick layer on throat and chest region, cover the area with a warm, dry clothing material if desired, keep vesture loose around the throat and chest region to assist vapors reach the nose and mouth, repeat upto three times daily or as directed by a doctor.

For muscle or joint minor aches and pains: Apply to affected space no more than three to four times daily.

Follow as directed.

For external use only; Avoid contact with eyes.

• If applying to feet, keep feet coated to stop accidental intake of product. Avoid contact with eyes.

• Do not use directly on face or on a broken skin.

• Do apply products in the mouth or nostrils.

• Do not heat in water, a vaporizer, a microwave, or on the stove.

• Keep this product out of sight or reach of children

Not suitable for children below 2 years

Contains Lemon: Lemon facilitates the body by attempting to interrupt mucous secretion and aid its removal from the system. Lemon is a natural cough solution.

Contains Cedarleaf oil: Also known as cedarwood oil has sedative qualities that helps with sleep. It Soothes and Calm, it is a clinically tested oil for cough relief.

Nutmeg oil: It helps in relieving congestion and cold symptoms, treating muscular and joint pain because it is a superb sedative. It also has anti-inflammatory properties.

Turpentine oil: Reduces chest congestion once inhaled

Camphor: Relieves cough caused by minor throat and cartilaginous tube irritation because of a respiratory disorder. In addition, it helps in relieving muscle aches and joint pains.

Eucalyptus Oil: it relieves cough caused by minor throat and cartilaginous tube irritation because of a respiratory disorder. In addition, it helps in relieving muscle aches and joint pains.

Menthol: Relieves cough caused by minor throat and cartilaginous tube irritation because of the common cold.