Can You Put Vicks On Your Nose
Olivia Luz
Vvr contains camphor which can have toxic effects if.
You recently told readers not to put vicks vaporub in the nose. You suggested that camphor an ingredient in vicks might be the problem. By contrast decongestant tablets and nasal sprays. It s not safe to use vicks vaporub inside your nose as it can be absorbed into your body through the mucus membranes lining your nostrils.
As a pulmonary physician i can explain the real reason there is a warning against putting vicks vaporub in the nostrils. However a recent facebook post by one hawa j edriss from the united states suggests. Vicks vaporub a topical ointment made of ingredients including camphor eucalyptus oil and menthol that you rub on your throat and chest doesn t relieve nasal congestion.
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