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CAPSAICIN HEAT PATCHES BACK AND LARGE AREAS

CAPSAICIN

Standard Dose
Directions for Use: For Use on Adults and Childrens 12 Years of Age or Older Clean and dru affected area; ensure area is fully dry before application Remove patch from film Apply to treatement site Patch may be trimmerd to best fit treatment site; trim patch before removing film Wash hands after application Discard after signle use Caution: Take care when using on elderly ot incapacited persons Do not use more than 8 hours Do not use the Capsaicin Heat Patch more than 3-4 times daily Do not exceed 7 days of continue use
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Uses Temporary relief of minor pain associated with: Arthiritis Minor backache Strains Sprains Bruises
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporary relief of minor pain associated with: Arthiritis Minor backache Strains Sprains Bruises Dosage and administration Directions for Use: For Use on Adults and Childrens 12 Years of Age or Older Clean and dru affected area; ensure area is fully dry before application Remove patch from film Apply to treatement site Patch may be trimmerd to best fit treatment site; trim patch before removing film Wash hands after application Discard after signle use Caution: Take care when using on elderly ot incapacited persons Do not use more than 8 hours Do not use the Capsaicin Heat Patch more than 3-4 times daily Do not exceed 7 days of continue use Warnings and cautions For External Use Only Discontinue use at least one hour prior to bath / shower / swimming; do not use immediatelty after bath / shower / swimming.

Allergy alert: if you are allergic or suspect you are allergic to the ingredients listed below, including chili perppers.. consults with your physician before use.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporary relief of minor pain associated with: Arthiritis Minor backache Strains Sprains Bruises Dosage and administration Directions for Use: For Use on Adults and Childrens 12 Years of Age or Older Clean and dru affected area; ensure area is fully dry before application Remove patch from film Apply to treatement site Patch may be trimmerd to best fit treatment site; trim patch before removing film Wash hands after application Discard after signle use Caution: Take care when using on elderly ot incapacited persons Do not use more than 8 hours Do not use the Capsaicin Heat Patch more than 3-4 times daily Do not exceed 7 days of continue use Warnings and cautions For External Use Only Discontinue use at least one hour prior to bath / shower / swimming; do not use immediatelty after bath / shower / swimming. Allergy alert: if you are allergic or suspect you are allergic to the ingredients listed below, including chili perppers.. consults with your physician before use.

Monitoring

  • • For External Use Only Discontinue use at least one hour prior to bath / shower / swimming; do not use immediatelty after bath / shower / swimming.
  • • Allergy alert: if you are allergic or suspect you are allergic to the ingredients listed below, including chili perppers..
  • • consults with your physician before use.

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.
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