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I had heard from someone there are side effects of " vikcs veporub " I regularly use it in cough and cold. Shall I continue. ? Or do we have a better alternative.
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There are no documented proven side effects.
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Using vicks vaporub for extended periods is not safe as it can irritate the delicate mucosa of the nose and throat and cause further symptoms of cold. It is best to do plain steam inhalation and warm saline gargle for cold and cough symptoms.
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