Vintage Vicks' VapoRub a success despite 35-year-old expiration date
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lt;p>A 1987 jar of VapoRub has gone viral on Twitter after a mom shares that the "vintage Vicks" — which her own mother used on her as a child — worked well on her congested son.</p>
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Does Vicks VapoRub ever expire? Photo of 1987 jar goes viral
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Vintage Vicks VapoRub 3oz Expired Dec ‘96 Almost Empty
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The Power of VICKS brought to you by the world's #1 selling cough and cold brand! Vicks VapoRub ointment with medicated vapors begin to work fast to relieve your cough. For adults and children 2 years and over, use on chest and throat to temporarily relieve cough due to throat and bronchial irritation associated with the common cold. Also great for use as a topical analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains in your muscles and joints.
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Vintage Vicks VapoRub 3oz Expired Dec ‘96 Almost Empty