Pulled from the dusty shelf of a long-abandoned medicine cabinet, this antique Vapo-Cresolene bottle is a chilling remnant of old patent medicine practices. The glass is aged and darkened, cradling a thick, tar-like brown liquid that still sloshes inside. A strong, unmistakable medicinal odor escapes the bottle as if the remedy still lingers...
 
The original label remains mostly intact, its most striking feature being the bold red warning: “POISON.” Below it, faded directions and chemical warnings hint at its once-popular use as an inhalant vapor for treating everything from colds to tuberculosis.
 
Vapo-Cresolene, first introduced in the late 19th century, was marketed as a miracle cure. The process involved heating the dark cresol-based substance in a specialized lamp, releasing fumes into the air that were believed to disinfect and heal. While it was widely used in Victorian sickrooms, we now know its ingredients were toxic and potentially harmful.
 
This bottle is a haunting piece of medical history, perfect for any collection of antique apothecary curiosities, medical oddities, or dark décor.
 
⚠️ WARNING: This bottle still contains the original liquid and should never be opened, used, or consumed. The contents are toxic and may pose health risks. Handle with care and at your own risk.