Vicks Vaporub in nose, help?

Question

Every time I've put Vicks Vaporub in my nose, it always ends up in the back of my throat and in return I get a very dry cough for a very long time (up to a year). I've only just realised this was the cause of my cough so i assume the petroleum is stuck in the back of my throat/windpipe. Is there anyway I can get this out? Every time I cough I get a little bit of it out, or something out anyway but this hurts my throat. Any help/previous experiences will be appreciated.

Update:

Because it immediately helps you breath. Literally within seconds of applying it.

EmyAutomatic · Accepted Answer

I'm just wondering why you put it in your nose...?

? · Answer

its not intended to be inserted in the nose, a small amount can be used around the outside edge of the nostril but shouldn't be put in your nose!

you'd be better off just rubbing some on your chest at bedtime or melting some in boiling water and sticking it near your bed before you go to sleep (obviously not where you might end up putting a hand or foot in it)

TheNotKnown · Answer

Just don't stick it in your nose, It says on the packet instructions.. (helpfull tip).
Place it on your chest and nostrils, Only and then go and see your GP for a checkup on the situation !! 

good luck!!!

Anonymous · Answer

Simple remedy here, dont use the blinking stuff anymore lol

Sukhdev D · Answer

go see a doctor or drink some water

the minx · Answer

do not put it in your nose !!!!!!!!!!!!!! just dab it on the outside...
omg ...are you crazy !!! it shouldnt do you any harm ...go see gp....

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Vicks Vaporub in nose, help?

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