Vicks Vaporub™

January 20, 2014 (High Risk)

Vicks Vaporub is a tradename that contains several active ingredients in its composition:

Camphor (High Risk probable)
Eucalyptus (High Risk probable)
Peppermint (Very Low Risk)
White-Spirit (High Risk probable)

Since each active ingredient of this product may have a different level of risk for breastfeeding, we establish that of the product with higher risk.

For more information (pharmacokinetics, references, ...) tap each active ingredient.

Note: The composition of certain tradenames varies in each country. Please, make sure this is the composition of the tradename you are looking for..

Alternatives

Camphor

We do not have alternatives.

Eucalyptus

We do not have alternatives.

Peppermint

There are no alternatives because it has very low risk level..

White-Spirit

We do not have alternatives.

Very Low Risk

Compatible. Not risky for breastfeeding or infant.

Low Risk

Moderately safe. Mild risk possible. Follow up recommended. Read the Comment.

High Risk

Poorly safe. Evaluate carefully. Use a safer alternative. Read the Comment.

Very High Risk

Not recommended. Cessation of breastfeeding or alternative.