Vicks VapoRub

Vicks VapoRub is a mentholated topical ointment used for the temporary relief of cough and nasal congestion. It was first introduced in 1905 by Lunsford Richardson, a pharmacist from Selma, North Carolina. The product was originally manufactured by Richardson-Vicks, Inc., a family-owned company based in Greensboro, North Carolina. In 1985, Richardson-Vicks was acquired by Procter & Gamble, a leading American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. Today, Vicks VapoRub is produced in multiple countries, including the United States, India, and Mexico, to meet global demand. The brand 'Vicks' continues to be a flagship product under Procter & Gamble, known for its effectiveness in providing temporary relief from cold symptoms and minor aches and pains.