Can also be used to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains on muscles and joints. Vicks VapoRub contains medicated vapors that enter the nose and mouth to help soothe a cough.
For adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over, Vicks vaporub should be rubbed liberally on the chest, throat and back underneath loose clothing to allow the vapour to be inhaled.
Alternatively, two teaspoonfuls can be melted in hot (not boiling) water to use as a steam inhalation.
By the way, the Vicks and sock cured my sore throat. Sore Throat – rub on your throat and wrap with a tube sock. Decongestant – rub on your chest and under your nostrils. Coughs – to minimize coughing, rub generously on your feet and cover with socks.
