Vicks VapoRub Ointment For Cold Relief is a branded cough and cold product appropriate for ages two and up. It is a topical cough medicine with medicated vapors. It starts working quickly for children and adults to relieve cough and cold symptoms. For temporary relief of nasal congestion and coughs associated with colds.
Decongests the nose
Relieves coughing
For muscle/joint minor aches and pains including headache
How To Use :
Adults and children over 6 years: Apply 2-4 times to the chest, neck and back
Children between 2-5:Use 2-3 times daily, do not apply to face
Inhalation for adults and children (above 6 years old only): Melt 1-2 spoons in 1/2 liter of hot (not boiling) water and Inhale the medicated vapors
Do not heat while inhaling
Do not reheat after use
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients, hypersensitivity of the airways
Do not use for inhalation if you have acute pneumonia
Do not use on damages or inflames skin or open wounds
Do not use on children under 2 years
For external use only
Do not swallow, or apply inside the nose or mouth
In case of pregnancy or breast-feeding, consult a doctor
Do not apply in chest area if you are breast feeding