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Explore the vast catalogue of Vaporub Products at Apollo Online Pharmacy

What do you do if you have a terrible cold or a splitting headache and no one around to help? In such times, Vaporub can help.

Vaporub has been a household name for years now. The topical cough suppressant has been the go-to solution for blocked noses and common colds. It contains menthol, camphor, and several other constituents that can alleviate congestion in minutes.

The application of vaporub also has a cooling sensation, which will relieve you of your muscle and joint pain momentarily.

Apollo Pharmacy has an ever-expanding catalogue containing the best vaporub products. All you need to do is visit the website and add your desired products to the cart.

To delve deeper into the various benefits offered by vaporub, refer to the following section.

The advantages of using vaporub products

The various benefits of Vaporub are as follows:

  • Helps in decongestion: Vaporub is not a decongestant. However, it can help because of its strong odour. The camphor and menthol vapours trick your brain into thinking that your nasal passages are clear.  
  • Eases cough: Apply vaporub balm on your neck and chest. Then, drape a dry cloth over your head to ensure that the vapours enter your nose directly. Do this around 3 times a day, and you will get rid of your cough in no time.
  • However, a word of advice would be to avoid these products if your cough has too much phlegm. (e.g., asthma, emphysema, etc.) Also, do not use vaporub products on children under 2.
  • Soothes sore muscles: Camphor and menthol relieve pain while causing a cooling sensation. This cooling effect soothes your muscles. Furthermore, studies found that vaporub products can relieve pain caused by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. 
  • Repelling mosquitoes: One very unconventional use of vaporub is its ability to repel mosquitoes. The camphor oil in these products can keep these insects away. You can also use the oil to repel certain types of beetles.  
  • Relieves headaches: Vaporub balm can be used to get rid of severe headaches when applied to the base of your skull. The calming effect of menthol is a quick fix for any cranial pain. So, if you suffer from sinus headaches, keep a small bottle of balm handy at all times since it will loosen congestion and make you feel a lot better.

Frequently asked questions

Always consult your healthcare practitioner before using vaporub products during pneumonia. This is because the menthol in these products tricks your brain into thinking that you are breathing a lot easier than you are.

So, you can use this product if your pneumonia doesn't entail excessive phlegm accumulation. If you notice a lot of phlegm, then it is better to stay away from vaporub altogether.

Yes, the overconsumption of vaporub is quite harmful. The main constituent of vaporub is camphor, which is poisonous when consumed. So use vaporub as recommended.

Moreover, excessive use may also lead to a rare disorder called Exogenous Lipoid Pneumonia (ELP), which includes symptoms like:

  • Difficulty breathing
  • Fever
  • Chest pain
  • Cough 

The three main ingredients of vaporub products are camphor, eucalyptus, and camphor. These vapours, when inhaled, trick the receptors of your brain into thinking that you are breathing a lot more clearly. Although vaporub can't eliminate congestion, it can make it easier to get through.

No, try and stay away from menthol products if you are infected, especially vaporub. The false image of clear breathing created by it can inadvertently delay necessary medical treatment.