Vicks VapoRub Vicks VapoRub

Vicks® VapoRub Is the number 1 selling branded children's cough cold product, appropriate for ages two and up-is a topical cough medicine with medicated vapours. It starts working quickly to relieve cough symptoms and help clear nasal passages, so you breathe easily.

It is designed to be massaged into the chest and back to help clear the passages and promote easy breathing. It can also be melted into hot water and inhaled as a steam for a quick and effective way to clear congestion.

Key features of Vicks VapoRub

• Menthol and camphor to calm a cough
• Topical cough medicine
• Eucalyptus and menthol to relieve nose congestion
• Suitable for adults and children aged 2 and upwards
• Suitable for inhalation

DIRECTIONS:

Adults: Rub liberally onto chest, throat and back, Cover whole area for maximum effect. Leave night clothes loose to allow vapours to be inhaled easily.

Children 2 and over: Gently help to rub away the symptoms of your child's cold with your tender touch. Apply lightly to chest and back. Leave clothes loose for easy inhalation.

This product can be used with other medicines.

INHALATION METHOD

Directions for use (adults): If head cold or nasal catarrh persists, for deep action relief melt two teaspoons of Vicks VapoRub in a bowl of vey hot (not boiling) water. Inhale the soothing medicated vapours for 10 - 15 minutes.

This product can be used with other medicines.

For external use only

Avoid contact with eyes

Do not swallow or place in nostrils

If symptoms persist, or in case of fever, consult your doctor or pharmacist. As with all medicines, keep out of reach and sight of children. For external use only. Do not use on children under 2 years of age.

Do not heat in the microwave.

Never reheat the mixture.

This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.

Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Levomenthol 2.75% w/v, camphor 5.00 w/v, eucalyptus oil 1.50% w/v, turpentine oil 5.00% w/w.

Also contains: Thymol, cedarwood oil and white soft paraffin.

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