vicks childrens cough

Labeled minimum ages vary by product and include: 3 months, 2 years, 4 years, and 6 years.

Across these products the listed active ingredients and ingredient types include: chamomile, camphor, menthol, dextromethorphan, petrolatum, aloe extract, and essential/plant oils such as eucalyptus, lavender, and rosemary.

The VapoPatch is described as long‑lasting and can be worn for up to 8 hours.

Add 1 tablespoon of VapoSteam per quart of water or 1½ tablespoons per pint. For warm‑mist humidifiers, place VapoSteam into the medicine cup rather than into the tank.

Non‑medicated vapors are delivered via topical ointment rubs applied to the chest/neck/back, wearable aroma patches that attach to clothing, and solid balm sticks that are swiped onto the skin.

Common warnings and consult‑a‑doctor notes include: keep out of reach of children; consult a doctor if pregnant or nursing; consult a doctor for preexisting conditions such as diabetes, breathing problems, thyroid disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, prostate issues, or heart disease; and product-specific age limits (for example, not for children under certain ages such as under six).

Labels instruct rubbing ointments and balms on the chest, neck, and back; some also recommend a thick layer on the throat or applying to affected areas for minor aches. Wearable patches are applied to outer clothing, not directly to the skin.

The label states: “Use up to three times daily or as directed by a doctor.”