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American brand of over-the-counter medications

Vicks is an American brand of over-the-counter medications owned by the American company Procter & Gamble. The brand is known for its products that relieve symptoms of the common cold, such as cough, nasal congestion, and sore throat.

History[edit]

Vicks was founded in the early 20th century by Lunsford Richardson, a pharmacist in Greensboro, North Carolina. Richardson developed a line of products that included the now-famous Vicks VapoRub, a topical ointment intended to relieve symptoms of the common cold. The brand quickly gained popularity due to its effectiveness and the innovative marketing strategies employed by Richardson.

Products[edit]

Vicks offers a wide range of products designed to alleviate symptoms associated with the common cold and flu. These include:

Vicks VapoRub: A mentholated topical ointment used for temporary relief of cough and muscle aches.
Vicks NyQuil: A nighttime cold and flu relief medication that helps with sleep.
Vicks DayQuil: A daytime cold and flu relief medication that does not cause drowsiness.
Vicks Sinex: A nasal spray that provides relief from nasal congestion.
Vicks Cough Drops: Lozenges that soothe sore throats and suppress coughs.

Manufacturing and Distribution[edit]

Vicks products are manufactured in various locations around the world and are distributed globally. The brand is particularly popular in the United States, Canada, and India.

Marketing and Branding[edit]

Vicks has employed various marketing strategies over the years, including television commercials, print advertisements, and digital marketing campaigns. The brand is recognized for its distinctive blue and green packaging and the iconic "Vicks" logo.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Uveitis–Glaucoma–Hyphema Syndrome''' (UGHS) is a rare and complex ocular condition that involves inflammation of the uvea ([[Uveitis]]), increased intraocular pressure ([[Glaucoma]]), and bleeding in the anterior chamber of the eye ([[Hyphema]]).
+{{short description|American brand of over-the-counter medications}}
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-==Etiology==
+[[File:VicksLogo.png|thumb|right|The Vicks logo]]
-UGHS is typically associated with trauma or surgery, particularly intraocular surgeries such as cataract extraction. It can also occur spontaneously in rare cases. The exact cause of UGHS is not well understood, but it is thought to involve a combination of inflammatory, vascular, and mechanical factors.
+'''Vicks''' is an American brand of over-the-counter medications owned by the American company [[Procter & Gamble]]. The brand is known for its products that relieve symptoms of the common cold, such as [[cough]], [[nasal congestion]], and [[sore throat]].
-==Clinical Presentation==
+==History==
+Vicks was founded in the early 20th century by [[Lunsford Richardson]], a pharmacist in [[Greensboro, North Carolina]]. Richardson developed a line of products that included the now-famous [[Vicks VapoRub]], a topical ointment intended to relieve symptoms of the common cold. The brand quickly gained popularity due to its effectiveness and the innovative marketing strategies employed by Richardson.
-Patients with UGHS typically present with symptoms of ocular pain, redness, and decreased vision. On examination, there may be evidence of inflammation in the anterior chamber ([[Anterior Uveitis]]), elevated intraocular pressure, and blood in the anterior chamber.
+[[File:Greensboro_North_Carolina,_%22City_of_Charm.%22.jpg|thumb|left|Greensboro, North Carolina, where Vicks was founded]]
-==Diagnosis==
+==Products==
+Vicks offers a wide range of products designed to alleviate symptoms associated with the common cold and flu. These include:
-The diagnosis of UGHS is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic triad of uveitis, glaucoma, and hyphema. Additional tests such as ocular ultrasound, fluorescein angiography, and optical coherence tomography may be used to confirm the diagnosis and assess the extent of the disease.
+* '''Vicks VapoRub''': A mentholated topical ointment used for temporary relief of cough and muscle aches.
+* '''Vicks NyQuil''': A nighttime cold and flu relief medication that helps with sleep.
+* '''Vicks DayQuil''': A daytime cold and flu relief medication that does not cause drowsiness.
+* '''Vicks Sinex''': A nasal spray that provides relief from nasal congestion.
+* '''Vicks Cough Drops''': Lozenges that soothe sore throats and suppress coughs.
-==Treatment==
+==Manufacturing and Distribution==
+Vicks products are manufactured in various locations around the world and are distributed globally. The brand is particularly popular in the [[United States]], [[Canada]], and [[India]].
-The treatment of UGHS is aimed at controlling the inflammation, reducing the intraocular pressure, and managing the hyphema. This may involve the use of topical and systemic medications, as well as surgical interventions in severe cases.
+==Marketing and Branding==
+Vicks has employed various marketing strategies over the years, including television commercials, print advertisements, and digital marketing campaigns. The brand is recognized for its distinctive blue and green packaging and the iconic "Vicks" logo.
-==Prognosis==
+==Related pages==
+* [[Procter & Gamble]]
+* [[Cold and flu]]
+* [[Over-the-counter drug]]
-The prognosis of UGHS is variable, depending on the severity of the disease and the response to treatment. In some cases, the disease can lead to permanent vision loss.
+[[Category:Pharmaceutical companies of the United States]]
+[[Category:Procter & Gamble brands]]
-==See Also==
+[[Category:Health care brands]]
-* [[Uveitis]]
-* [[Glaucoma]]
-* [[Hyphema]]
-* [[Anterior Uveitis]]
-==References==
-<references />
-[[Category:Ophthalmology]]
-[[Category:Eye diseases]]
-[[Category:Syndromes]]
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