Vicks VapoRub is an institution as far as over-the-counter medicine is considered, possibly because it works very differently from other types of nonprescription treatments. While medications these days are usually found in effervescent pills or tablets, Vicks treats your ailments with vapors. EHow’s Bridie Cavanaugh says camphor, eucalyptus oil, and menthol – the three most important ingredients in Vicks – relieve congestion and coughs when inhaled. The product also works as a good topical analgesic for other problems.
All this is fairly common knowledge, but did you know about Vicks’ other beneficial
