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VapoRub Topical Cream
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VAPORUB

TOPICAL CREAM

Treat Your Cold with the Cream of the Crop
Why is Vicks® VapoRub® the #1-selling product for ages two and up in the cold category?* Because its medicated vapors work quickly to help relieve a cough, and are not likely to cause drowsiness or jittery side effects, when used as directed. In addition, the topical cream applies easily and is non-greasy.

VapoRub is also available as a topical ointment in regular and lemon scent.
Diabetic Information
Because Vicks VapoRub is a topical cough medicine, it may be appropriate for diabetics looking for an alternative to oral cough medicines that might contain sugar. For more information, ask your doctor.

For specific information about diabetes, please visit the American Diabetes Association®.

* Vicks VapoRub was the top-selling branded children’s product in the cough/cold/flu/respiratory-treatment category based on category value sales as reported by the Nielsen Food, Drug, Mass Respiratory Market (excluding Walmart® stores) for the 12 months ending May 10, 2010. Use as directed.

Relieves
On chest and throat, temporarily relieves cough due to common cold

On muscles and joints, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
Cough Cough
Aches and Pain Aches and Pain
Ratings Summary
Standard Sizes
2.99 OZ (88 ml)
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Directions
See important warnings under "When using this product."
  • Adults and children 2 years and over:
    • Rub a thick layer on chest and throat or rub on sore, aching muscles.
    • Cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired.
    • Keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth.
    • Repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor.
  • Children under 2 years:
    • Do not use.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients (Purpose)

Camphor 5.2% (Cough suppressant and topical analgesic)

Eucalyptus oil 1.2% (Cough suppressant)

Menthol 2.8% (Cough suppressant and topical analgesic)


Inactive Ingredients

Carbomer 954, cedarleaf oil, cetyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, cyclomethicone copolyol, dimethicone copolyol, dimethicone, EDTA, glycerin, imidazolidinyl urea, isopropyl palmitate, methylparaben, nutmeg oil, peg-100 stearate, propylparaben, purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid, stearyl alcohol, thymol, titanium dioxide, turpentine oil

Other Information
  • Store at room temperature.
Warnings
Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious consequences.
For external use only; avoid contact with eyes.
Do not use:
  • By mouth
  • With tight bandages
  • In nostrils
  • On wounds or damaged skin
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 persist more than 7 days or come back
  • Cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache
These could be signs 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.
Questions? Call 1-800-873-8276.
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