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If you have a cold with severe chest congestion, you may have used Vapor Rub at least once. This strong-smelling topical treatment can help relieve congestion, stuffy noses, and can help with aches and pains. Read on to learn more about vapor rub, how it works, and how you can use it to get some relief.
What Is Vapor Rub?
Chest rub acts as cough suppressant, temporarily relieving coughing symptoms associated with the common cold. If you are searching for chest cold remedies that won’t cause side effects like drowsiness, vapor rub may be a good choice. Vicks VapoRub is a popular brand that many consumers have rated very highly for congestion relief. Some vapor rubs are even available in special scents like lemon and lavender.
How Does Vapor Rub Work?
Vapor Rub is a topical ointment that is considered an analgesic, a form of pain medication that helps with minor instances of pain. This ointment contains medicated, strong menthol vapors that can be breathed in to help clear up stuffy noses and help relieve symptoms of chest congestion and coughing. It also helps to provide relief for minor pain of the muscles and joints. When you rub a thick layer of Vapor Rub on your chest, it can help to suppress a nagging cough and temporarily clear your airway. Place a small amount under your nose and breathe in the menthol vapors to clear mucus and help you breathe easier.
How to Use Vapor Rub?
To use, simply rub a thick layer of vapor rub into the skin at the throat and chest. You may notice that applying vapor rub on feet is an alternative method that is sometimes recommended on social networking sites, but there is no proven medical basis for this practice. It is always best to follow the usage directions that are printed on the product packaging.
What is Baby Vapor Rub?
If you have a sick baby, the strong menthol in classic Vapor Rub may be too much. Baby Vapor Rub features more gentle ingredients like lavender and eucalyptus that can give your little one relief. The baby rub ointment also contains moisturizing ingredients like aloe to soothe your baby's skin. Read the directions carefully and only use a very small amount at one time. If you're concerned about a possible allergic reaction, talk to your pediatrician before you use Baby Vapor Rub on your baby.
Can You Put Vapor Rub On Feet?
Many people claim that putting some Vapor Rub on your feet can help with the symptoms of a cold. While this mentholated ointment is certainly powerful, there is no direct evidence showing that it works when applied to the feet. However, you can put Vapor Rub on your feet if you're dealing with dry, cracked skin. It's also may help relieve foot pain or sore muscles, but it won't help your cold if you put it on your feet.
Are There Natural Vapor Rubs?
There are brands that manufacture all-natural Vapor Rub products. Look for a rub that contains spearmint and eucalyptus to get the same fragrance and mucus-clearing effects. You should also search for Vapor Rub products that don't contain petroleum if you want something natural. Read the labels and check to ensure that the ingredients are free of chemicals and other synthetics.
What are Vapor Rub Safety & Special Considerations?
If you want to avoid chemicals, natural vapor rub is formulated without petroleum. For young children and infants, baby vapor rub is available. Vapor rub for babies is non-medicated, meaning that it is formulated without ingredients like menthol, which can be harmful for babies and young children. Never use chest rub for adults on babies or young children. Before using baby chest rub on your baby or child, always be sure to consult your pediatrician, as not all vapor rub formulas are safe for all babies and children. For very young or sensitive children, your pediatrician may be able to offer advice on safe, alternative methods of soothing your little one throughout their cough or cold.
Does CVS Sell Vapor Rub?
Yes, CVS sells a variety of Vapor Rub in stores and online.
Is Vapor Rub Available For Same Day Pickup?
Yes Vapor Rub is available for same day pickup at most locations, check your local stores availability and add to cart to pick up today.
Can Vapor Rub Be Returned?
Most unopened items like Vapor Rub in new condition purchased from a CVS Pharmacy® store or on CVS.com® can be returned to any CVS Pharmacy store within 60 days of purchase for exchange or refund subject to the restrictions and requirements of the return policy found here.