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VICKS VAPORUB is a brand name for Camphor. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For the symptomatic relief of nasal catarrh and congestion, sore throat, also cough due to colds.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
Adults:
Rub liberally on the chest, throat and back. Rub in well over the whole area and leave nightclothes loose to allow vapours to be inhaled easily. or Melt two teaspoons in a bowl of very hot (not boiling) water and inhale the vapours for 10-15 minutes.
Children (infants and babies over 2 years):
Apply a small amount on the chest and back. Rub gently and leave clothes loose for easy inhalation.
General disorders and administration site conditions: - Redness, irritation of the skin, irritation of the eyes (by inhalation), allergic dermatitis. - Irritations or allergic reactions are usually mild and occur rarely. - Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from the available data): Burns at application site.
Systemic effects:
Due to the recommended route of administration; systemic exposure is very low and undesirable effects due to systemic exposure have not been observed. Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.
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The following patient groups should use with caution or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use: - History of airway disease or pronounced hypersensitivity of the airways / asthma. Topical warnings: - Do not apply to broken skin, wounds, or mucous membranes.
- Do not swallow or apply directly onto the nostrils, eyes, mouth, or face. For external use only. - Do not bandage tightly. Do not use with heat wrap or any kind of heat. Inhalation warnings: - Do not use boiling water to prepare inhalations.
- Do not heat or re-heat the mixture in a microwave. Instruct patients not to smoke or go near naked flames - risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard.
Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.
1. - Do not administer to children < 2 years. - Do not use as an inhalation for children < 12 years.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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