Vicks First Defence is designed as a nasal spray to better target what’s considered as the main sites of infection: the back of the nose and the top of the throat.
It’s a medical device intended to be used at the first symptoms of an emerging cold, or upon exposure to cold viruses, to reduce the ability of cold viruses to replicate in the nose.
Active Ingredients
Aqua, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (1%), Succinic Acid (1%), Disodium Succinate (0.44%), PCA (0.35%), Phenethyl Alcohol, Zinc EDTA, Zinc Acetate, Polysorbate 80, Menthol, Camphor, Sodium Saccharin, Eucalyptol.
Instructions for Use
Start to use within 36h of feeling sick with the first cold symptoms (e.g. a tickle at the back of the throat or sneezing), before the cold has fully developed. Use up to 4 times per day. Continue to use for 2 days after symptoms subside.
From 12 years old, use only as directed: without tilting your head, insert the nozzle into your nostril, incline the nozzle outwards in the direction of your ear.
Apply 2-3 sprays per nostril and avoid inhaling deeply. Allow 4 hours between applications, no more than 4 applications in 24 hours.
When using First Defence nasal spray, you may experience increased nasal discharge (runny nose), nasal discomfort or temporary stinging. These are normal signs that the product is working. They are not harmful to your health and will not last for long.
If the sensation persists, stop using the product. In some occasions, temporary headache, pain in the nose, eye, ear and neck have been reported; these symptoms will subside if the product is discontinued.
At Selles Medical, we always order in fresh pharmaceuticals. This can often delay an order by a further 48 hours. It is in the best interest of all customers that we supply the freshest stock that is available featuring the longest expiry dates.