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Can you use vapor rub anytime of the day due to chest congestion from allergies?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Probably but: this is not a long-term solution. If you have allergies leading to chest congestion, you likely have asthma which requires anti-asthma medication. The long term side effects from inhaling Vapor Rub is unknown.

Answered 7/24/2020

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