Vicks First Defence

Advantages: Gets rid of a cold
Disadvantages: Price

...Vicks First Defence is AMAZING! The only product to actually get rid of a cold. I have used this several times now and every time it has worked. You're supposed to use it when you first feel the signs of a cold coming on, which you don't always know but I have used it mid way through a bad cold and it has cleared up. I've found I have had one bad day and then the next day my cold has dissappeared. It works by drawing the cold out of you quickly so you feel really lousy for a day but it's worth it so the cold doesn't drag on for days or even weeks! Vicks First Defence makes no claim to cure colds, or to prevent them but it does claim to reduce the chance of developing a full blown cold by up to 50% if taken promptly at the first sign of symptoms and to cut symptoms by up to 40% but each time I have used it, it has worked better...

lilyellowfish 17.10.2007 · Read review
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Vicks, great again!

Advantages: Excellent effective product, easy to use.
Disadvantages: Price varies greatly, so shop around.

...My lovely mother bought me this product during my last case of the flu, but it works especially well for just a simple blocked nose. She purchased the 50g pot for just under £2.50, which i think is a steal for how long it lasts! Vaporub is produced by Vicks, a well known brand and already associated with other very good cold relieving products. The vaporub can be used by children and adults, but i would suggest reading the instructions carefully before any applications. The Vaporub can be either melted intohot water or simply rubbed into the chest and back, i have found that both of these methods work well, but i personally prefer melting 2 tablespoons into hot water, as it causes a little less mess! Instructions for melting method: -Melt 2 teaspoons of Vaporub into hot water -Inhale medicated vapours for 10-15mins...

ellie4567564 03.11.2009 · Read review
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Vexed without my Vicks!

Advantages: It works and it's cheap!
Disadvantages: Very addictive

...Vicks Sinex Decongestant Nasal Spray is a spray which you squirt up your nostrils to give "relief from a blocked nose". The spray is recommended as suitable for anyone aged over 6 years, although I wouldn't be too happy giving it to a child to use - it's the kind of thing a child might squirt up their nose every five minutes if they could and I don't think that would be very healthy! I've used the spray quite a lot of times and would recommend it, albeit with reservations. The spray costs about £2.50 per 20ml bottle - the bottle doesn't state how many applications there are per bottle, but one bottle has seen me through several colds so I'd reckon that it probably contains several hundred squirts. According to the instructions you need to reuse every six to eight hours but on my experience the effects start to wear off within...

chcouper 09.03.2007 · Read review
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Rub my chest wirh a brick - sorry mean some Vick

Advantages: Works very well to relieve the symptoms of cold! :)
Disadvantages: None.

... VICKS VAPORUB I thought I would write this review as I am using Vicks VapoRub at this specific moment in time, and with it been this time of year when alot of people get sniffles and nasty colds with the multitude of weather which is coming our way. Vicks as a brand: Vicks has been around since the late 19th century, and has stuck on our shelves since then, best known for the VapoRub product, they also have a HUGE product range, with their main products with Nyquil and Dayquil (for day and night use). All of their products are for use in relieving the symptoms of cold and flu, and they're a very trusted and well used brand. The Product itself: Vicks Vaporub comes in a small green box (you will find this in the medicine aisle in the Supermarket and behind the counter in shops like Spar and Co...

stephbond89 29.09.2009 · Read review
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No thanks Mr. Vicks

Advantages: portable inhalator
Disadvantages: no steam at all

...PRODUCT: Vicks Vaporub Inhalator PRICE: £6.99 Winter is approaching and i thought it would be perfect to share my experience with this product. During this time of the year, most of us catch flu, cough and cold easily. And I really hate being unwell specially having a blocked nose, a nightmare even at your sleep that's why i usually take my vitamins C, but of course not everyone have a strong immune system to fight it. So i usually visit my local pharmacy to stock up something for winter season. I came acrossed with this box from Vicks. A very well presented Vicks Vaporub Inhalator which described as an easy and convenient way to enjoy soothing vicks vapours. It's also portable, has a leak resistant design and dishwasher safe so instantly I knew it would be useful to have. HOW IT WORKS : Remove top unit from the base by...

xmen109 27.10.2009 (11.11.2009) · Read review
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My Vicks for sharing

Advantages: lets you breathe easy again
Disadvantages: dont get in the eyes

...Vicks vaporub has been around for over fifty years, I just bought my latest one from Tesco for £1.98 and in case you are interested, the reason you cannot eat it is because of the camphor it contains, as that is known to be poisonous. The menthol and camphor help calm coughs, the eucalyptus helps relieve catarrh, and the eucalyptus as well as the menthol in Vicks relieve congestion. It is safe to use on children over the age of six months. It comes in a green and white box containing a very dark blue squat tub holding 50 grams and has a lighter blue lid, and is really a form of aromatherapy, since it is essential oils and inhaled or massaged on the body, so if you have though of aromatherapy and decided no, you can think again now!! It has a soft waxy creamy feel and is opaque and smells absolutely wonderful in my opinion. It...

jcd4 25.04.2006 · Read review
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Vicks Soothing VapoBath

Advantages: Smelt good
Disadvantages: Didn't deliver it was far to weak

...I can't believe it's been nearly a year since my last review, 2007 went so quick! I started work in April 2007 and just haven't had time to get into Ciao I am afraid, But all being well I am back. It was the week before Christmas and I started with the Man flu as my wife calls it, you know sneezing, coughing and running nose. My throat was really sore and had the temperature to match. I went to my local pharmacy to get something that would help and I was told this product was very good. I picked up a bottle of Vicks Soothing VapoBath on the label it says "it uses the power of nature to relax and comfort you in the cold winter months". The ingredients for the Vapobath sounded great just what I wanted. It has Eucalyptus, Menthol and Lavender essential oils, just like the Vicks Vaporub you can buy but in a bubble bath form...

the_enlightened_one 16.01.2008 · Read review
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Hi My Name is Gemma...and I'm Addicted to Vicks

Advantages: Does clear noses
Disadvantages: Too Many to list

...Its never nice when you are all stuffed up, nose is blocked and struggling to breathe, especially at bed time when all you want to do is go asleep and all you can think of is I can't breathe. There is nothing worse than that. Vicks Sinex Spray has been out for years and the packaging has somewhat changed since that displayed in the picture above. That lloks like it was back in the day and I can never remember it being like that ever. Vicks Sinex Spray give you the ability to breathe by giving fast relief to the nasal passages. It is decongestant that relieves pressure and shrinks swollen nasal passages so you can breathe more easily and basically yeah that is what it does, I can certainly account for that. The Vicks Sinex Spray comes in a white plastic bottle that has a small pin hole at the top of it. You insert this into your...

blondgem 12.02.2008 · Read review
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Vicks Sinex - Review

Advantages: Clears blocked nose for up to 8 hours
Disadvantages: Can leave you with a sore throat

...Vicks Sinex is an excellent nasal spray that clears a blocked nose fast. I must say the spray works very well. Usually takes 10-15 mins after spraying up nostrils to set in, but when it sets in your blocked nose will be clear for up to 8 hours, which lets you get on with your day a little easier when you have a cold. Active ingredient : Oxymetazoline hydrochloride. Warning: If this spray is used incorrectly it WILL leave you will a very sore and raw feeling throat. To avoid this dont breath the spray to far in or it will reach your throat and leave it feeling sore. Apart from this there are No more disadvantages other than it can sting a small amount when using it, but you get used to it. Overall, I highly recommend this product to anyone wishing to clear a blocked nose. Excellent....

ch_123 30.11.2006 · Read review
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DECADE AFTER DECADE VICKS IS STILL NUMBER 1

Advantages: gives you that needed nights sleep
Disadvantages: well if you are thinking of getting romantic, the smell is a real putoff,lol

...Its that season again folks, it starts in your throat takes over your sinuses and then wrestles with your chest. YES its the cold season again. I have one now and there is nothing worst then coughing because you then end up with your body aching thanks to all that straining with a cough. Another way a cough gets you is AT NIGHT, yes it gets worst when it knows you need sleep. Well no matter what type of cold you have,VICKS can be the godsend you need. My children have colds and were up coughing through the night, so a nightly routine took place, 1. A BATH - so the steam helped clear the airways including that poor stuffy nose. 2. A MEDICINE - which I am sure will be my next opinion as its brilliant. 3. THE OLD FAVOURITE VICKS VAPORUB - Its a must, to have in your cupboard,I rub it on my childrens throat, back and their...

melsey 30.10.2001 · Read review
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