can you use vicks vapor rub on a 6 month old?

Answer 1

No. Use a cool mist humidier or stand in a steamy room with a shower.

Answer 2

not adult Vick's vapor rub,But they do have Baby Vick's rub.Make sure when your baby wakes in the morning that you wash it off Good with a warm wash rag because if you would take the baby out with the Vick's still on it will open the poors up and make the baby much sicker.Try a Vicks warm humidifier they work Great for congestion nose and chest congestion.

Answer 3

No it contains camphor. That is why there is a special one for kids.

BTW READ THE F#%*ING PACKAGE INFO THAT'S WHAT IT'S THERE FOR!

"See important warnings under "When using this product."

Adults and children 2 years and over:

Rub a thick layer on chest and throat or rub on sore, aching muscles.
Cover with a warm, dry cloth if desired.
Keep clothing loose about throat/chest to help vapors reach the nose/mouth.
Repeat up to three times per 24 hours or as directed by doctor.
Children under 2 years of age: Ask a doctor. "
http://vicks.com/3.1_VapoRub.php

"It is hard to estimate the amount of camphor exposure in this infant, because the remedy was applied to the skin. Nevertheless, in a small, malnourished infant, the absorption through the skin can be substantial. Camphor is metabolized in the liver and is excreted as an inactive glucuronide compound in the urine.[1] Even small amounts of camphor can produce significant toxicity in infants because of their immature hepatic detoxification mechanisms.[12]

There is no specific diagnostic study or antidote for camphor poisoning.[1] The treatment usually includes gastrointestinal decontamination (ipecac-induced emesis, gastric lavage, and activated charcoal) and supportive treatment. One adult patient was successfully treated with lipid dialysis.[11] If the camphor toxicity is due to skin exposure or inhalation, application should be stopped immediately, clothes should be removed, and the environment should be cleaned.[5]

The majority of cases reported in the literature have been caused by accidental ingestion of camphorated oil (20% camphor), which is no longer available. Since Vicks VapoRub contains only 4.8% camphor, large amounts are needed to cause toxicity. Fatal cases are no longer seen, probably because of lowered camphor concentration in cold remedies,[1] but toxicity continues to be a problem. Other ingredients of Vicks VapoRub (menthol 2.6% and eucalyptus oil 1.2%) are not known to be hepatotoxic.

Since most of the cases reported in the literature were due to accidental ingestion, mild hepatoneurotoxicity with routine usage can be common and may remain silent. Hepatotoxicity was discovered in this case fortuitously while the infant was being monitored for refeeding syndrome. Refeeding syndrome was ruled out by the absence of the typical biochemical findings (hypophosphatemia, hypocalcemia, hypokalemia, and hypomagnesemia) associated with this syndrome.[7] The patient had no neurologic signs or symptoms, but the unforeseen side effects of camphor on a developing brain cannot be estimated.

The use of cold remedies in small children is of questionable benefit, and such agents may be potentially dangerous. Even if the package inserts of camphor-containing cold remedies do not recommend their use in children less than 2 years of age, these remedies are widely available to a general public unaware of their toxicity. Health professionals should be aware of camphor toxicity in young children and warn the parents about their potential dangers."
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/410566_3

Answer 4

particular! sounds like an wonderful concept! i'm uncertain once you're speaking in regards to the chest rub, or the property you could upload to the vaporizer. yet the two could be high quality (or the two). in case you get the chest rub, get the type meant for toddlers. try a steam bathe additionally to help him breathe. i'm hoping your son feels extra desirable quickly! ill toddlers are depressing! solid grief -- why all the thumbs down?

Answer 5

Try:
JOHNSON'S Soothing Vapor Baby Bath or JOHNSON'S Soothing Vapor Baby Cream

Answer 6

yes you can use the vicks baby rub safely. i have used it on my 3 month old and it helped him breather easily and he slept better. just make sure you dont rub in too much and also check if it is not allergic to his skin.

Answer 7

Vick's makes baby rub but if you don't have any it's probably ok.

Answer 8

it may be a lil strong for the baby and could irritate his/her delicate skin, they have vapor rub plug In's now, they work wonderful for my daughter when she's congested. they sell them at the drug stores in the baby aisle. they come with refills also. you plug them in next to his/her crib and it last for a long period of time. try it

Answer 9

if you dont have baby rub i would say you could still use it.. my sister did and put socks on my nephews hands so he couldnt rub it in his eyes.. they also make this vapor nightlight thing thats like 8 bucks, like a mini humidifier, its great..

Answer 10

use the vick's baby rub and a humidifer.. Will help a lot.. I use it on my daughter and it works great!