An ointment which is rubbed on chest or added to hot water and the aromatics are inhaled.Fertility, pregnancy and lactation
As with all medicines in pregnancy, care should be taken and as a precaution this product should not be used without medical advice during pregnancy. Vaporub should not be used on the mother's chest during lactation, due to the theoretical risk of apnoea reflex in the infant whilst feeding in close proximity to the site of application.