Vicks Vaporub Pocket Pack

Vicks VapoRub contains the active ingredients camphor (4.8%), eucalyptus oil (1.2%), and menthol (2.6%), which act as cough suppressants and topical analgesics. Its inactive ingredients include cedarleaf oil, fragrance, nutmeg oil, petrolatum, thymol, and turpentine oil, which contribute to its distinct scent and texture. 

Active Ingredients

• Camphor: A cough suppressant and topical analgesic, providing a cooling effect.

• Eucalyptus Oil: Also a cough suppressant, it helps alleviate cold symptoms.

• Menthol: A cough suppressant and topical analgesic that creates a cooling sensation in the nasal passages, making it feel like you are breathing more openly. 

Inactive Ingredients

• Cedarleaf Oil

• Fragrance

• Nutmeg Oil

• Petrolatum

• Thymol

• Turpentine Oil 

Key Points

• For external use only.

• Not for children under 2 years old.

• Not a true decongestant; the vapors of menthol and camphor create a sensation of easier breathing by stimulating receptors in the brain.

• May help with sleep quality in adults with a cold, according to a 2017 study.