Vicks VapoRub ointment with medicated vapors begin to work fast to relieve your cough. Use on chest and throat; temporarily relieves cough due to common cold. Starts working quickly to relieve cough symptoms Use on achy muscles and joints to provide relief for aches and pains Vicks VapoRub ointment with medicated vapors begin to work fast to relieve your cough. Use on chest and throat; temporarily relieves cough due to common cold. Starts working quickly to relieve cough symptoms Use on achy muscles and joints to provide relief for aches and pains