Vicks VapoRub
Vicks VapoRub is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 54740. The authorisation holder is Procter & Gamble International Operations SA. The medicinal product code is Synthetic medicines and the dispensing category is D: Supplied in pharmacies and drugstores after specialist advice, without a prescription. First authorisation was granted on 22 April 1999 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code R05X places the medicine in the group Cough and cold preparations.
| Authorisation number | 54740 |
|---|---|
| Name | Vicks VapoRub |
| Full name | Vicks VapoRub, pommade |
| Authorisation holder | Procter & Gamble International Operations SA |
| Medicinal product code | Synthetic medicines |
| Dispensing category | D · No prescription, with advice |
| ATC code | R05X |
| First authorisation | 22 April 1999 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vicks VapoRub, pommade | D | 22 April 1999 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 | g | R05X | 03.06.0. | D |
| 43 | 50 | g | R05X | 03.06.0. | D |
| 44 | 100 | g | R05X | 03.06.0. | D |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Vicks VapoRub authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Vicks VapoRub is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 54740, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Vicks VapoRub have?
Vicks VapoRub is in dispensing category D. Supplied in pharmacies and drugstores after specialist advice, without a prescription.
Who is the authorisation holder of Vicks VapoRub?
The authorisation holder is Procter & Gamble International Operations SA. The holder carries the legal responsibility for quality, safety and product information of the medicine in Switzerland.
Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026. No medical advice. Independent directory, not affiliated with Swissmedic or the FOPH.