Salonpas Arthritis Pain MENTHOL METHYL SALICYLATE HISAMITSU PHARMACEUTICAL CO., INC. FDA Approved Uses Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: arthritis sprains strains bruises simple backache
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Substance Menthol
Route
PERCUTANEOUS TOPICAL TRANSDERMAL
Applications
NDA022029
Package NDC

Drug Facts

Composition & Profile

Active Ingredients
Active ingredients (in each patch) Menthol 3% Methyl salicylate 10% (NSAID : nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug)
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive inredients alicyclic saturated hydrocarbon resin baking cloth film mineral oil polyisobutylene polyisobutylene 1 200 000 styrene-isoprene-sryrene block copolymer synthetic aluminum silicate
Strengths
3 % 10 %
Quantities
3 count
Treats Conditions
Uses Temporarily Relieves Mild To Moderate Aches And Pains Of Muscles And Joints Associated With Arthritis Sprains Strains Bruises Simple Backache

Identifiers & Packaging

Container Type BOX
All Product Codes
UNII
L7T10EIP3A LAV5U5022Y
Packaging

Principal Display Panel Hisamitsu NDC#46581-685-09 LARGE 3 15/16" X 5 1/2" for temporary relief of mild to moderate pain Arthritis Joint Pain Sprains Strains Salonpas Arthritis Pain Patch APPLY FOR 8-12 HOURS Menthol 3% Methyl Salicylate 10% Topical Analgesic FDA APPROVED NON-PRESCRIPTION PAIN RELIEVING PATCH EFFECTIVENESS CONFIRMED IN CLINICAL TRIAL 9 pathces 3 15/16" X 5 1/2"(10cm X 14cm) Package not child resistant. Keep our of reach of children. * DO NOT USE MORE THAN ONE SALONPAS PATCH AT A TIME. SEE DIRECTIONS. image of 9-patch box label

Package Descriptions
  • Principal Display Panel Hisamitsu NDC#46581-685-09 LARGE 3 15/16" X 5 1/2" for temporary relief of mild to moderate pain Arthritis Joint Pain Sprains Strains Salonpas Arthritis Pain Patch APPLY FOR 8-12 HOURS Menthol 3% Methyl Salicylate 10% Topical Analgesic FDA APPROVED NON-PRESCRIPTION PAIN RELIEVING PATCH EFFECTIVENESS CONFIRMED IN CLINICAL TRIAL 9 pathces 3 15/16" X 5 1/2"(10cm X 14cm) Package not child resistant. Keep our of reach of children. * DO NOT USE MORE THAN ONE SALONPAS PATCH AT A TIME. SEE DIRECTIONS. image of 9-patch box label

Overview

Uses Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: arthritis sprains strains bruises simple backache

Indications & Usage

Uses Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: arthritis sprains strains bruises simple backache

Dosage & Administration

Directions Adults 18 years and older: only use one patch at a time clean and dry affected area remove patch from backing film and apply to skin (see illustration) apply one patch to the affected area and leave 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 do not use more than 2 patches per day do not use for more than 3 days in a row the used patch should be removed from the skin when a new one is applied Children under 18 years of age: do not use; this product has not been shown to work in children

Warnings & Precautions
Warnings For external use only 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 had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug take other drugs containing an NSAID [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product take more or for a longer time than directed Do not use on the face or rashes on wouds 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 been open for 14 or more days right before or after heart surgery Ask a doctor before use if you are allergic to topical products the stomach bleeding warning applies to you you are taking a diuretic you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease When using this product wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach beeding. rash, itching or skin irritaion develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.
Purpose

Purpose Topical analgesic

Do Not Use

Do not use on the face or rashes on wouds 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 been open for 14 or more days right before or after heart surgery Ask a doctor before use if you are allergic to topical products the stomach bleeding warning applies to you you are taking a diuretic you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease When using this product wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach beeding. rash, itching or skin irritaion develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.

When Using

When using this product wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach beeding. rash, itching or skin irritaion develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.

Stop Use & Ask a Doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach beeding. rash, itching or skin irritaion develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.

Storage & Handling

Other information store at 20 - 25 degrees Celsius (68-77 degrees Fahrenheit) avoid storing product in direct sunlight protect product from excessive moisture some individuals may not experience pain relief until several hours after applying the patch

Questions

Questions or comments? Toll free 1-87-SALONPAS www.salonpas.us


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