VICKS VAPORUB STEAM INHALATION GLOVE 50 G PP JAR

Name
Vicks VapoRub
Steam for inhalation, ointment


What is it and what is it for?
Vicks VapoRub contains camphor , turpentine essential oil , menthol and eucalyptus essential oil , substances with antiseptic, expectorant and decongestant properties. Used for the relief of symptoms of colds.

Contact your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 3 days.


What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not use Vicks VapoRub
- if you are allergic to the active substances or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
- in children under 30 months;
- to allow children under 12 years of age to breathe in the vapours (inhalation);
- in children who suffer or have suffered from epilepsy or fever-induced convulsions;
- during pregnancy, unless your doctor deems it strictly necessary;
- during breastfeeding;
- at the same time as other products (medicinal or cosmetic) containing terpene derivatives;
- on wounds, abrasions, mucous membranes, nostrils, eyes, mouth or face;
- with a tight bandage;
- with hot compresses, or other heat sources.

Furthermore, the medicine is intended for external use only; it should NOT be swallowed, heated in the microwave, or reheated during or after use. Do not use boiling water to prepare inhalations, as this could cause serious burns (see also "How to take Vicks VapoRub").


Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Vicks VapoRub.

Take special care and ask your doctor for advice before using Vicks VapoRub if :
- is allergic to perfumes or solvents;
- suffers from convulsions or epilepsy (the product is contraindicated in children who suffer or have suffered from epilepsy or fever-induced convulsions);
- Marked hypersensitivity of the respiratory tract, including conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) as it may cause bronchospasm in these patients.

Furthermore, stop treatment and inform your doctor if you experience the following adverse events, which occur rarely: - mild irritation and allergic reactions, more specifically allergic dermatitis, skin irritation and itching after topical use;
- mild eye irritation following topical use or inhalation;
- difficulty breathing and coughing, as these could be symptoms of a hypersensitivity reaction.

You should NOT use a dose higher than the recommended one and the treatment should NOT be prolonged beyond 3 days, since this medicine contains terpene derivatives which, if accumulated in large quantities, especially in brain tissue, could cause nervous system disorders.

Keep the medicine away from flames as the product is flammable.


Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Stop treatment and inform your doctor if you experience the following adverse events, as they could be symptoms of a hypersensitivity reaction:
- difficulty breathing (dyspnea) and cough.

Other allergic reactions that may occur, for which you should consult your doctor, are:
- mild skin irritations, more specifically allergic dermatitis, redness and itching after topical use;
- mild eye irritation.

Other side effects may include:

Frequency not known (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
- redness and sensation of heat on the skin (erythema or heat rash);
- burns at the application site;
- convulsions in children and infants due to the presence of camphor and menthol. These effects occur following administration of excessive doses of the drug.

Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse .
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.