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CVS Muscle Balm

MENTHOL, CAMPHOR

Standard Dose
Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Rub on affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor before use
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains
Summary

Indications and usage Uses For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Rub on affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor before use Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only When using this product avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not apply to open wounds or damaged skin do not bandage or use a heating pad Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens severe skin irritation occurs pain persists for more than seven days or clears up and recurs a few days later Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a healthcare professional before use.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Rub on affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor before use Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only When using this product avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not apply to open wounds or damaged skin do not bandage or use a heating pad Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens severe skin irritation occurs pain persists for more than seven days or clears up and recurs a few days later Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a healthcare professional before use.

Monitoring

  • • Warnings For external use only When using this product avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not apply to open wounds or damaged skin do not bandage or use a heating pad Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens severe skin irritation occurs pain persists for more than seven days or clears up and recurs a few days later Keep out of reach of children.
  • • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a healthcare professional before use.

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.
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