CVS Health Pain-Relieving Patch
MENTHOL, METHYL SALICYLATE, CAMPHOR
Indications and usage Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and over: ■ Clean and dry affected area, free of lotions, ointments and creams.
Remove patch from film, apply to affected area.
Structured Monograph
Clinical summary
Indications and usage Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and over: ■ Clean and dry affected area, free of lotions, ointments and creams. Remove patch from film, apply to affected area. Do not use more than one patch in an 8 hour period. Repeat as necessary. Maximum 3 patches per day. Discard patch after single use. Reseal pouch after opening. Children under 12 years of age: ■ Consult a physician. Dosage and administration Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints: arthritis, simple backache, muscle strains, muscle sprains, and bruises. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use. Do not use Do not use■More than one patch on your body at a time■ On wounds or damaged skin■ With a heating pad ■If you are allergic to any 1ngred1ents of this product When using this product ■Use only as directed■ Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes or rashes ■ Do not bandage tightly ■ Do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics ■ Dispose of used patch away from children and pets. Used patches still contain the drug product which can produce serious adverse effects if a child or pet chews or ingests the patch. Stop use and consult a doctor if ■Rash, itching or excessive skin irritation develops ■ Condition worsens ■Symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away
Monitoring
- • Warnings For external use only Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use.
- • Do not use Do not use■More than one patch on your body at a time■ On wounds or damaged skin■ With a heating pad ■If you are allergic to any 1ngred1ents of this product When using this product ■Use only as directed■ Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes or rashes ■ Do not bandage tightly ■ Do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics ■ Dispose of used patch away from children and pets.
- • Used patches still contain the drug product which can produce serious adverse effects if a child or pet chews or ingests the patch.
- • Stop use and consult a doctor if ■Rash, itching or excessive skin irritation develops ■ Condition worsens ■Symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days.
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.