Vicks ®VapoRub ®
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Drug Facts
Active ingredients
Camphor (synthetic) 4.8%
Eucalyptus oil 1.2%
Menthol 2.6%
Inactive ingredients Purpose
Cough suppressant & topical analgesic
Cough suppressant
Cough suppressant & topical analgesic
Uses
- when applied to chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with the common cold
- when applied to muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints
Warnings
For external use only;avoid contact with eyes.
Do not use
- by mouth
- in nostrils
- on wounds or damaged skin
- with tight bandages
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema
When using this product, do not
- heat
- microwave
- add to hot water or any container where heating water. May cause splattering and result in burns.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- muscle aches and pains worsen or persist for mor than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
- cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children.
Directions
see important warnings under " When using this product"
- adults and children 2 years and over:
- for cough suppression
- rub a thick layer on throat & chest
- cover with warm, dry cloth if desired
- keep clothing loose about throat and chest to help vapors reach the nose and mouth
- use up to three times daily or as directed by doctor
- for muscle / joint minor aches and pains apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
- children under 2 years: do not use
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If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Other information
- store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, petrolatum, thymol, turpentine oil
Questions?
1-800-873-8276
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TAMPER EVIDENT: Carton sealed for your protection
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MADE IN MEXICO Dist. by Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati OH 45202.