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Tiger Balm Muscle Rub

METHYL SALICYLATE, MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM, AND CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC)

Standard Dose

Directions For adults and children over 12 years of age, rub well on the affected area. Repeat 3 to 4 times daily For children 12 years of age or younger, consult a doctor before use.

Max Dose

See official label

Primary Use

Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, bruises, strains and sprains.

Summary

Indications and usage Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, bruises, strains and sprains.

Dosage and administration Directions For adults and children over 12 years of age, rub well on the affected area.

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, bruises, strains and sprains. Dosage and administration Directions For adults and children over 12 years of age, rub well on the affected area. Repeat 3 to 4 times daily For children 12 years of age or younger, consult a doctor before use. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only. When using this product Use only as directed Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes Do not apply to wounds, damaged or irritated skin Do not bandage or cover with wrap or use heating pad Do not use 1 hour prior to bathing or within 30 minutes after bathing. Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition worsens Severe skin irritation occurs Pain persists for more than 7 days, or redness is present Pain clears up and then recurs a few days later. If pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have sensitive skin, ask a healthcare professional before use. Keep out of reach of children to avoid accidental poisoning. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Monitoring

• Warnings For external use only.
• When using this product Use only as directed Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes Do not apply to wounds, damaged or irritated skin Do not bandage or cover with wrap or use heating pad Do not use 1 hour prior to bathing or within 30 minutes after bathing.
• Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition worsens Severe skin irritation occurs Pain persists for more than 7 days, or redness is present Pain clears up and then recurs a few days later.
• If pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have sensitive skin, ask a healthcare professional before use.

Interaction Notes

• Review official label interaction section.