Walgreens Arthritis Pain Relief Capsaicin Analgesic
CAPSAICIN
Indications and usage Uses for the temporarily relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis simple backache strains sprains bruises Dosage and administration Directions adults and children 18 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily massage into area until thoroughly absorbed WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER AFTER APPLYING children under 18 years of age: consult a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only: Be sure to read product brochure before using.
TEST FIRST ON SMALL AREA OF SKIN TO DETERMINE SENSITIVITY.
Structured Monograph
Clinical summary
Indications and usage Uses for the temporarily relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis simple backache strains sprains bruises Dosage and administration Directions adults and children 18 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily massage into area until thoroughly absorbed WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER AFTER APPLYING children under 18 years of age: consult a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only: Be sure to read product brochure before using. TEST FIRST ON SMALL AREA OF SKIN TO DETERMINE SENSITIVITY. When using this product use only as directed do not bandage tightly do not use with a heating pad avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not apply to wounds, damaged, broken or irritated skin a slight burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days if severe burning occurs, discontinue use do not expose the treated area to heat or direct sunlight do not use if allergic to capsicum or chili peppers Stop use and consult a doctor if condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present irritation develops Keep out of reach of children . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately. If pregnant or breast- feeding , ask a health care professional before use
Monitoring
- • Warnings For external use only: Be sure to read product brochure before using.
- • TEST FIRST ON SMALL AREA OF SKIN TO DETERMINE SENSITIVITY.
- • When using this product use only as directed do not bandage tightly do not use with a heating pad avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not apply to wounds, damaged, broken or irritated skin a slight burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days if severe burning occurs, discontinue use do not expose the treated area to heat or direct sunlight do not use if allergic to capsicum or chili peppers Stop use and consult a doctor if condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present irritation develops Keep out of reach of children .
- • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.