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Vicks VapoRub Ointment

Vicks® VapoRub® ointment is a topical cough medicine with medicated vapours that work quickly to relieve your cough.

VapoRub is not likely to cause drowsiness or jittery side effects. Because VapoRub is a topical cough medicine, it may be appropriate for diabetics looking for an alternative to oral cough medicines that may contain sugar. Ask your doctor.

For specific information about diabetes, please visit the Canadian Diabetes Association site, www.diabetes.ca.

VapoRub Lemon Ointment

VapoRub Ointment

VapoRub Lemon Ointment

Ingredients

MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
Camphor 4.73% w/w
Menthol 2.6% w/w
Eucalyptus Oil 1.2% w/w

NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
Cedarleaf oil, lemon fragrance, myristica oil, special petrolatum, thymol, turpentine oil

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Uses

Vicks VapoRub Lemon is for relief of nasal congestion, coughs, and muscle aches and pains due to colds.

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Warnings

KEEP SAFELY OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED. CONTACT THE POISON CONTROL CENTRE IMMEDIATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY INGESTED.

CAUTION: For external use only. Do not place in nostrils. Not to be taken orally. If cough persists for more than a week, or tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, consult a physician. If you have chronic lung disease or shortness of breath, do not use this product, unless directed by a physician. If a rash or excess irritation occurs, discontinue use. Do not apply external heat such as an electric heating pad as it may result in excessive skin irritation or skin burn. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not bandage and do not apply to wounds or damaged skin. To avoid possibility of fire, never place VapoRub in boiling water or expose to an open flame. If pregnant or nursing, ask a health professional before use.

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Directions

For Nasal Congestion and Coughs: For maximum relief, rub ointment on 3 places: chest, throat, and back. If desired, cover with a warm cloth, but keep clothing loose.

For Muscular Soreness and Tightness: Apply to affected area. If desired, cover with warm cloth.

For children under 2 years, consult a physician. REPEAT UP TO 3-4 TIMES DAILY, ESPECIALLY AT BEDTIME, OR AS DIRECTED BY A PHYSICIAN.

Do not heat. Never expose VapoRub to flame or microwave, or place in any container in which you are heating water. Such improper use may cause the mixture to splatter and result in burns.

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Other Information

  • Store at room temperature.
  • Questions? Call 1-800-873-8276.

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VapoRub Ointment

Ingredients

MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
Camphor 4.73% w/w
Menthol 2.6% w/w
Eucalyptus Oil 1.2% w/w

NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
Cedarleaf oil, myristica oil, special petrolatum, thymol, turpentine oil

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Uses

Vicks VapoRub for relief of nasal congestion, coughs, and muscle aches and pains due to colds.

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Warnings

KEEP SAFELY OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED. CONTACT THE POISON CONTROL CENTRE IMMEDIATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY INGESTED.

CAUTION: For external use only. Do not place in nostrils. Not to be taken orally. If cough persists for more than a week, or tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, consult a physician. If you have chronic lung disease or shortness of breath, do not use this product, unless directed by a physician. If a rash or excess irritation occurs, discontinue use. Do not apply external heat such as an electric heating pad as it may result in excessive skin irritation or skin burn. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not bandage and do not apply to wounds or damaged skin. To avoid possibility of fire, never place VapoRub in boiling water or expose to an open flame. If pregnant or nursing, ask a health professional before use.

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Directions

For Nasal Congestion and Coughs: For maximum relief, rub ointment on 3 places: chest, throat, and back. If desired, cover with a warm cloth, but keep clothing loose.

For Muscular Soreness and Tightness: Apply to affected area. If desired, cover with warm cloth.

For children under 2 years, consult a physician. REPEAT UP TO 3-4 TIMES DAILY, ESPECIALLY AT BEDTIME, OR AS DIRECTED BY A PHYSICIAN.

Do not heat. Never expose VapoRub to flame or microwave, or place in any container in which you are heating water. Such improper use may cause the mixture to splatter and result in burns.

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Other Information

  • Store at room temperature.
Questions? Call 1-800-873-8276.

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