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Vicks VapoRub is an ointment for topical use (rubbing on the chest, neck and back) or inhalation for symptoms of the common cold in children and adults.
It contains essential plant oils and components thereof, some of which are absorbed through the skin and some are inhaled. Vicks VapoRub makes breathing easier and promotes restful sleep when rubbed in before bed. Vicks VapoRub is used for colds of the upper respiratory tract with cough, runny nose, sore throat and bronchial symptoms.
If the symptoms persist for more than a week without signs of improvement, a doctor should be consulted.
Vicks VapoRub should not be used if you know Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients (see «Composition»). In the case of damaged or inflamed skin, open wounds, burns or skin and children's diseases with exanthema, bronchial asthma, whooping cough as well as pseudocroup and other respiratory diseases that are associated with pronounced hypersensitivity of the airways (when inhaled, the active ingredients can in turn lead to cramping of the bronchial muscles). Do not inhale in case of acute pneumonia.
Do not inhale in infants and small children under the age of 2 years because of the risk of glottal spasm, and do not inhale in children under the age of 6.
Do not use on the face; don't swallow. Avoid contact with eyes, nose and mouth.
Use with caution in children under 7 years of age. Use a little ointment for the first application to ensure that the skin tolerates the ointment. If children experience fever or difficulty breathing, if the cough is very severe or persistent, if the symptoms of a cold persist, if there is a skin rash or persistent headache, a doctor should be consulted.
Do not apply as a tight bandage; do not use with heating pads or other types of heat.
For external use only. Consult a doctor immediately if your child accidentally swallows Vicks VapoRub.
Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (even those you bought yourself!) or use them externally.