Snufflebabe Ointment: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Snufflebabe Ointment is a topical vapour rub containing eucalyptus oil, menthol, and thyme oil, classed as a decongestant. It is used to relieve blocked, stuffy noses caused by upper respiratory tract congestion in infants aged 3 months and over. The ointment releases vapours that help clear mucus and support easier breathing.

What is Snufflebabe Ointment

Snufflebabe Vapour Rub is a mild decongestant ointment for babies and children. It contains eucalyptus oil, menthol, and thyme oil.

Snufflebabe Ointment uses

• Relief from blocked, stuffy noses (upper respiratory tract congestion) in infants 3 months and over
• Helps clear mucus from nasal passages and improve breathing

Benefits of Snufflebabe Ointment

• Helps relieve nasal congestion and a stuffy nose in babies and young children.
• Releases soothing vapours that can help make breathing feel easier.
• May help babies feed more comfortably when congestion makes nasal breathing difficult.
• Can help promote more comfortable sleep when a blocked nose is troublesome.
• Provides a gentle, soothing chest or throat rub for congestion relief.
• Contains eucalyptus oil 2%, menthol 1.5%, and thyme oil 0.5%.

How Snufflebabe Ointment works

The ointment releases vapours that work by penetrating the nasal passages and breaking down blockages, which helps clear mucus and improve breathing.

Snufflebabe Ointment dosage

Snufflebabe Ointment is suitable for babies and children aged 3 months and older. It should never be put into a baby's nostrils, and it should be kept away from broken skin on the baby. Do not use it if the baby is under 3 months old unless directed by a GP, pharmacist, or health visitor. It can be paired with other Snufflebabe products, but check with a GP, pharmacist, or health visitor if the baby is taking other medicines.

Available forms and strengths

• Ointment (vapour rub)
• Eucalyptus oil 2%
• Menthol 1.5%
• Thyme oil 0.5%

Side effects of Snufflebabe Ointment

Common

• Mild skin redness
• Skin irritation
• Itching or rash
• Contact dermatitis or sensitivity at the application site

Serious

• Significant allergic skin reaction
• Severe or persistent swelling or rash
• Signs of a serious hypersensitivity reaction, such as swelling of the face/lips/throat or difficulty breathing

Warnings and precautions

• Do not use in the baby's nostrils.
• Keep away from broken skin on the baby.
• Do not use if the baby is allergic to any of the ingredients or is under 3 months old, unless directed by a GP, pharmacist, or health visitor.

Storage

• Store at room temperature, according to the product label.
• Keep in a cool, dry place away from excessive heat.
• Protect from direct sunlight and high temperatures.
• Keep the container tightly closed after each use.
• Avoid storing near open flames or sources of heat.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.

When to see a doctor

• If your baby experiences any side effects, stop using the product and speak to your GP.

Alternatives

• Saline Nasal Spray
• Saline Nasal Drops
• Calpol Vapour Plug & Nightlight
• Olbas for Children
• Vicks BabyRub