Vicks Vaporub is a balm that contains menthol, camphor and eucalyptus oil in its formula that relaxes muscles and relieves cold symptoms, such as nasal congestion and cough, helping to recover faster.
Because it contains camphor, this balm should not be used in children under 2 years of age or in people with breathing problems, such as asthma, because the airways are more sensitive and can become inflamed by making breathing difficult.
- This medicine is produced by the Procter and Gamble laboratory and can be purchased from conventional pharmacies in the form of vials of 12.
- 30 or 50 grams.
- For a price of about 8 reais.
Vicks Vaporub is indicated to relieve coughing, nasal congestion and discomfort that occurs in case of colds and flus.
It is recommended to apply a thin layer, 3 times a day
In addition, Vicks Vaporub can also be used as an inhalation agent. To do this, place 2 teaspoons of the product in a bowl with half a liter of hot water and inhale the steam for about 10 to 15 minutes, repeating if necessary.
This product should not be used in children under 2 years of age. In children between 2 and 6 years of age, you should talk to your doctor before using the medicine.
The most common side effects are redness and skin irritation, eye irritation and hypersensitivity to formula components.
Vicks Vaporub is cone indicated in children under 2 years of age and people allergic to any of the components of the formula.
In addition, it should be used with caution in people with respiratory problems, pregnant women and children between 2 and 6 years old.
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