Vicks VapoRub Ointment – 3.53 OZ

Vicks VapoRub 3.53 OZ – Ointment

DRUG FACTS:

Inactive Ingredients

Cedarleaf oil, nutmeg oil, petrolatum, thymol, turpentine oil

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

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 a 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

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 more 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.

Keep out of reach of children.If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Other information

• Store at room temperature

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