Vicks VapoRub – Cough Suppressant & Chest Congestion Relief
Vicks VapoRu – Iconic Menthol Chest Ointment Since 1905
Vicks VapoRub is a classic mentholated topical ointment trusted worldwide to temporarily relieve cough, nasal congestion, sore throat, and minor muscle aches. The unique blend of camphor, eucalyptus oil, and menthol works through aromatic vapors and counter-irritant action to ease symptoms quickly
Active Ingredients & Effects
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Camphor (4–5%) – topical analgesic and cough suppressant
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Eucalyptus oil (~1.2–1.3%) – decongestant
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Menthol (~2.6–2.8%) – cough suppressant and pain reliever via cooling sensation
VICKS VapoRub relieves 4 cold symptoms so the whole family can have a good night’s sleep.
When children wake up at night because of a cold (blocked nose or cough), it can disturb the whole family’s sleep!
VICKS VapoRub is a medicinal ointment which fights the symptoms of colds in adults and children above 2 years old. Thanks to its Menthol, Camphor, Eucalyptus oil and Turpentine oil, VICKS VapoRub relieves:
- Nasal Catarrh
- Sore Throat
- Congestion
Features;
VICKS VapoRub releases vapours for up to 8 hours.
VICKS VapoRub is fast acting on cold symptoms which can disturb your sleep:
• Relieves blocked nose in about 1 minute
• Reduces cough in about 15 minutes
• Releases vapours for up to 8 hours
The ointment can also be used for inhalation by adults and children above 12 years old. Melt two teaspoons of VapoRub into a suitable bowl with hot water (not boiling) and inhale the vapours.

