Question 1

will inhaling steam vicks vapor rub on stove in pot cause breathing problems or mess up my lungs and bring that covid i got into my lungs ? i on day 8 i breathing it through mouth and nose?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: If you are experiencing cold symptoms and find relief from vapor rub and steam to be helpful then used in moderation, it should be safe. Use nasal saline rinses for congestion. It is unlikely to transmit the virus by doing so. 
Use social distancing, hand washing and wear a mask when around others. Have a flu vaccine.

Question 2

coughing remedies for a 2.5 yr old?? tried v- vapor rub on feet too.. vaporizer ... steam bath for 30 min.. honey... elevation.. suction/saline

Accepted Answer

Cough: One thing to remember is that cough is a protective reflex. They are coughing for a reason and we don't want to extinguish cough aggressively. The next thing to consider is: how bad is the cough? How long has it been there for? What other symptoms? If there is an underlying process like wheezing, sinus infection or allergies then addressing the primary cause is going to be the mainstay of treatmen

Question 3

my 5 year old daughter been fighting a bad cough for 2 weeks i've done everything that i know of; cough medicine, chloraseptic , steam bath, vapor rub, i've got a fan blowing on her, have a humidifier and shes propped up! she can't stop! should i bring he

Accepted Answer

See the doctor today: Pertussis or other bacterial laryngotracheitis infection may be present, and this has gone on long enough. Pneumonia is also possible at this point, and of course, these problems are serious.

Question 4

my 5 year old daughter has had a severely bad cough for about 2 weeks now & without having any fever.  i have done everything that i know to do....cough medicine, chloraseptic, steam bath, vapor rub on her chest, i've got a fan blowing on her so she don't

Accepted Answer

Time for a visit: Persistence of a severe cough for this length of time is worth a visit. There are forms of reactive airway disease that can respond to treatment if they are picked up on exam. This may represent a mild form of asthma or a response to a mild sinus infection. Other things may also be contributing to the process.

Question 5

is vick's vapor rub safe to use?

Accepted Answer

If you use it: According to directions, been around forever

Question 6

is it safe to use vicks vapor rub on a baby?

Accepted Answer

Baby vicks: There is a special formulation for babies and kiddos. Try putting it on the bottoms of their feet and then putting on thin socks so they don't get it everywhere. There is also a nice night-light/vaporizer that uses little medicated pads to spread the vapors around the room.

Question 7

can vicks vapor rub help with stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: It probably won't make any difference.

Question 8

is vick's vapor rub generally safe to use? or are there any harmful side effects?

Accepted Answer

Relatively safe: Vicks is relatively safe.  It should not be ingested and should not be used in children under the age of two.

Question 9

how should i put vick's vapor rub on my nails?

Accepted Answer

Thin coat: Apply a thin coat and then cover with bandaids.

Question 10

is it ok to put vicks vapor rub on a 16 months olds chest?

Accepted Answer

I'd avoid it: Vicks is an aromatic rub that some find pleasing during respiratory illness.I find that the aroma causes increasing nasal congestion in infants and don't recommend it under the age of 3 years.

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A member asked:

Will inhaling steam vicks vapor rub on stove in pot cause breathing problems or mess up my lungs and bring that covid i got into my lungs ? i on day 8 i breathing it through mouth and nose?

A member asked:

Coughing remedies for a 2.5 yr old?? tried v- vapor rub on feet too.. vaporizer ... steam bath for 30 min.. honey... elevation.. suction/saline

A member asked:

My 5 year old daughter been fighting a bad cough for 2 weeks i've done everything that i know of; cough medicine, chloraseptic , steam bath, vapor rub, i've got a fan blowing on her, have a humidifier and shes propped up! she can't stop! should i bring he

A member asked:

My 5 year old daughter has had a severely bad cough for about 2 weeks now & without having any fever. i have done everything that i know to do....cough medicine, chloraseptic, steam bath, vapor rub on her chest, i've got a fan blowing on her so she don't

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Is vick's vapor rub safe to use?

A member asked:

Is it safe to use vicks vapor rub on a baby?

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Can vicks vapor rub help with stretch marks?

A member asked:

Is vick's vapor rub generally safe to use? or are there any harmful side effects?

A member asked:

How should i put vick's vapor rub on my nails?

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Is it ok to put vicks vapor rub on a 16 months olds chest?

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