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CAPSAICIN, MENTHOL

Standard Dose
Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8 hour-application Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains
Summary

Indications and usage Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8 hour-application Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Do not use on wounds or damaged skin with a heating pad if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes do not bandage tightly discontinue use at least 1 hour before a bath or shower do not use immediately after a bath or shower Stop use and ask a doctor if skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, excessive irritation, buring sensation, swelling or blistering occur conditions worsen symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8 hour-application Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Do not use on wounds or damaged skin with a heating pad if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes do not bandage tightly discontinue use at least 1 hour before a bath or shower do not use immediately after a bath or shower Stop use and ask a doctor if skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, excessive irritation, buring sensation, swelling or blistering occur conditions worsen symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only Do not use on wounds or damaged skin with a heating pad if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes do not bandage tightly discontinue use at least 1 hour before a bath or shower do not use immediately after a bath or shower Stop use and ask a doctor if skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, excessive irritation, buring sensation, swelling or blistering occur conditions worsen symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.