Vicks VapoRub is used to relieve: nasal catarrh and congestion, sore throat and coughs due to colds.

Vicks VapoRub contains:

• Menthol and camphor to calm a cough
• Eucalyptus and menthol to relieve nose congestion
• Eucalyptus to relieve catarrh

These aromatic ingredients work by relieving a blocked nose and soothing irritated linings in the nose to effectively ease breathing and relieve cough.

Vicks VapoRub directions for use:

• For external use only
• Do not swallow or place in nostrils
• Always follow the instructions in your own product

Adults:

• Rub Vicks VapoRub liberally on the chest, throat and back
• Cover whole area for maximum effect
• Leave nightclothes loose to allow vapours to be inhaled easily
• Or melt two teaspoons of Vicks VapoRub in very hot (not boiling) water
• Inhale the medicated vapours for 10-15 minutes

Caution: Never re-heat the mixture

Children (infants and babies over 6 months):

• Apply lightly to chest and back
• Rub gently
• Leave clothes loose for easy inhalation

Do not use Vicks VapoRub on babies under 6 months of age

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.

If symptoms persist or in case of fever, consult your doctor.

Vicks VapoRub contains active ingredients:

• Levomenthol (2.75% w/w)
• Camphor (5.00% w/w)
• Eucalyptus oil (1.50% w/w)
• Turpentine oil (5.00% w/w) 

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

Occasionally Vicks VapoRub can cause a temporary reddening of the skin in the region where the product has been rubbed in:

• This "skin reddening" fades and disappears within hours without any further action from yourself.

If the reddening does not disappear or if you notice anything else unusual / have any unexpected effects please talk to your doctor or pharmacist.