Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Major Arthritis Pain Relief Patch Label image description
- Major Arthritis Pain Relief Patch Label image description
Overview
Indication and Usage Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: ■ strains ■ sprains ■ simple backache ■ arthritis ■ bruises
Indications & Usage
Indication and Usage Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: ■ strains ■ sprains ■ simple backache ■ arthritis ■ bruises
Dosage & Administration
Directions Adults 18 years of age and over: ■ only use 1 patch at a time ■ clean and dry affected area. ■ remove patch from backing film and apply to skin (see illustration) ■ leave patch in place for up to 8 to 12 hours ■ if pain lasts after using the first patch, a second patch may be applied for up to another 8 to 12 hours ■ remove used patch from the skin before a new one is applied ■ do not use more than 2 patches per day ■ do not use for more than 3 days in row ■ properly discard patch after single use ■ reseal pouch after opening. Children under 18 years of age: do not use this product. Inactive Ingredients Hydrogenated Poly, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Petroleum, Styrene / Isoprene Copolymer Indication and Usage Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: ■ strains ■ sprains ■ simple backache ■ arthritis ■ bruises
Warnings & Precautions
For External Use Only Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reaction from asprin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is small but higher if you: ■ are age 60 or older ■ have stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ■ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ■ take other drugs containing an NSAID (asprin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) ■ have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product ■ take (apply) more or for longer time than directed
Purpose
Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains, sprains, and bruises.
Do Not Use
Do not use: on the face or rashes ■ on wounds or damaged skin ■ if allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs ■ with a heating pad ■ when sweating (such as from exercise or heat) ■ any patch from a pouch that has be open for 14 or more days ■ right before or after heart surgery
When Using
When using this product ■ use only as directed ■ wash hands after applying or removing patch ■ avoid contact with eyes, If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water ■ 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 ■ the risk of heart attach or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and consult a doctor ■ stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts ■ you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are a sign of stomach bleeding ■ rash, itchy or skin irritation develops ■ condition worsens ■ symptoms last for more than 3 days ■ symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Packaging is not child-resistant
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