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Equate Vaporizing Rub Ointment, 3.53 oz, Compare to Vicks® VapoRub® Active Ingredients
Key item features
- Active ingredients: camphor 4.8%, menthol 2.6%, eucalyptus oil 1.2%
- Cough suppressant/topical analgesic
- Temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold
- Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints
- Compare to Vicks VapoRub active ingredients
- Vapor rub for cough is recommended for adults and children ages 2 years and up
Specs
- Health concernCold
- Medicine strengthCamphor 4.8%
- FormOintment
- Size3.53 oz (100g)
- Over-the-counter medicine typeCough & Cold
- FeaturesMedicated
Reviews summary
Pros
- : Offers similar effectiveness at lower price.
- : Relieves nasal, chest, and sinus congestion.
- : Helps to clear nasal passages for easier breathing.
- : Helps to clear stuffy noses.
- : Made with excellent materials and craftsmanship.
Neutral
- : Can be strong and pleasant, but also inconsistent.
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When the common cold hits your household, provide your family with temporary relief from cough and bronchial irritation with Equate Vapor Rub, 3.53 oz. It's formulated with eucalyptus oil, camphor and menthol that deliver fast-acting relief. This ointment rub also alleviates minor aches and pains of muscles and joints when applied directly to the affected area. It's easy to apply and is recommended for adults and children ages 2 years and up.
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- Active ingredients: camphor 4.8%, menthol 2.6%, eucalyptus oil 1.2%
- Cough suppressant/topical analgesic
- Temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with a cold
- Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints
- Compare to Vicks VapoRub active ingredients
- Vapor rub for cough is recommended for adults and children ages 2 years and up
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Specifications
Health concern
Cold
Medicine strength
Camphor 4.8%
Form
Ointment
Size
3.53 oz (100g)
Indications
Stop Use Indications
Stop use if you experience irritation.
Health Concern
Cold
Directions
Dosage
Rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough, or rub on sore aching muscles or joints
Instructions
Directions. ? see important warnings under "When using this product". ? adults and children 2 years and over:. ? rub a thick layer on the throat and chest for cough, or rub on sore aching muscles or joints. ? cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired. ? clothing should be left loose about the throat and chest to help vapors reach the nose and mouth. ? use up to 3 times daily or as directed by a doctor. ? children under 2 years: ask a doctor WARNING. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE. ? cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus). ? chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema. WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT. ? DO NOT HEAT. ? DO NOT MICROWAVE. ? DO NOT ADD TO HOT WATER OR ANY CONTAINER WHERE HEATING WATER. MAY CAUSE SPLATTERING AND RESULT IN BURNS. ? do not take by mouth or place in nostrils. ? do not get into eyes. ? do not apply to wounds or damaged skin. ? do not bandage tightly. IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING, ask a health professional before use. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Warranty
Warranty information
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Ingredients
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive Ingredients: Fragrance, Thymol, Turpentine Oil, White Petrolatum
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Camphor (4.8%), Eucalyptus Oil (1.2%), Menthol (2.6%), Inactive Ingredients: Fragrance, Turpentine Oil, Thymol, White Petrolatum
Active Ingredients
Camphor
Warnings
Warning Text
For external use only. Ask a doctor before use if you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus); chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema. When using this product do not heat; do not microwave; do not add to hot water or any container where heating water (May cause splattering and result in burns); do not take by mouth or place in nostrils; do not get into eyes; do not apply to wounds or damaged skin; do not bandage tightly. Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts (These could be signs of a serious condition); muscle aches and pains worsen, persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and occur again within a few days. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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Pros
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- : Relieves nasal, chest, and sinus congestion.
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- : Made with excellent materials and craftsmanship.
Neutral
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Vicks rubbing salve:
I love Vic's salve there is truly nothing like it , when it comes to being congested from a bad cold or upper respiratory infection always ask your doctor when it comes to an infection but for true relief of the symptoms that come with colds congestion sore throat, it is a staple in my home 😊
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May 5, 2026
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Vic's has many uses besides cold and flu ones.
As my Dr was burning off these pesky small growths on my arm and back, she gave me a tip that works from home. Just rub on Vic's at night. It does work! More convenient than missing work etc to get the same results. Takes a bit longer, but it does work.
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Jul 28, 2025
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This is going to sound strange….
So I have been struggling with toenail fungus for several years and I finally brought it up at my recent doctor's appointment. I had 4 toenails that were absolutely awful looking. I explained to him that I did not want to take any pills for this issue. He then got to telling me that he, too, had toenail fungus recently and after reading through a few University studies he found something very unique and interesting. Vaporizing-rub applied topically at least once daily has been shown to be very effective. He tried it himself and it worked! I have been smearing this product on and under my affected toes at least once daily (sometimes twice) and this is the only thing that has worked for me. After trying just about every single OTC antifungal treatment, Walmart brand vapo-rub has cleared my toenail fungus in a very short time period. Fungal infections take a long time to resolve, so keep it up, even if it looks really good. I'm going to keep going for at least 6 weeks total. I just had to share this!
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