Vicks Vaporub Chest Rub And Vaporising Ointment Cough Nasal Decongestant 50g

AUST L 367674

Vicks Vaporub is a medicinal ointment which relieves the symptoms of cold in adults and children above two years old. Thanks to its active ingredients, including menthol and eucalyptus oil, Vicks VapoRub helps to relieve nasal catarrh (inflammation of mucous membranes in the nose and throat), nasal congestion, sore throat and coughs due to colds.

Directions: For temporary relief of nasal congestion and coughs associated with colds. Use on chest and throat. Rub on thick layer at night and/or morning. Keep clothing loose to let the vapours rise to the nose and mouth. May be covered with a dry, soft cloth if desired. Steaming Application Method:Part fill a bowl with steaming water (not boiling) and add 2 teaspoonfuls of VapoRub. Then gently inhale the steaming vapours with a towel over your head and bowl. Children should be closely supervised to avoid scalding. May be repeated up to four times a day. Discard bowl contents after use. For temporary relief of minor muscular aches and pains. Use on sore muscles. Rub into skin up to four times a day or as directed by a doctor.

Warnings: Do not heat directly or place in any container in which you are heating water. Never expose VapoRub to flame or use in a microwave oven. Such improper use may cause harm/burns. In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical assistance or contact a poison information centre immediately. Use care when using with hot/steaming water (not boiling) to avoid scalding.

Storage Instructions: Store below 30°C.

Caution: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Use only as directed. If fever is present or symptoms persist, consult a physician. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not take by mouth or place in nostrils. Not to be used on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a physician. Discontinue use if irritation develops. Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin. Do not bandage tightly or use with heating pads.

Ingredients: Menthol 2.75% w/w, Eucalyptus Oil 1.5% w/w. Also contains: Cupressus funebris Twig Wood Oil, Racemic Camphor, Thymol, Turpentine Oil and White Soft Paraffin.

Features:

• 1 x Vicks Vaporub Jar 50g
• A total of 1 vicks jar only
• Releases vapours for up to 8 hours
• Starts to relieve nasal congestion in about 1 minute
• Relieves 4 cold symptoms (sore throat, congestion, cough due to cold, blocked nose) to help you sleep