This product is used to treat minor aches and pains of
the muscles/joints (such as arthritis, backache, sprains). Menthol and
methyl salicylate work by causing the skin to feel cool and then warm.
These feelings on the skin distract you from feeling the aches/pains deeper
in your muscles and joints.
This product should not be used by children younger than
18 years without a doctor's advice.
Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used
the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients.
Also, products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant
for different purposes. Using the wrong product could harm
you.
Use this medication on the skin only. Clean and dry the
affected area. Remove the backing from the patch and apply the patch to the
affected area. Do not apply the patch to skin that is injured or irritated
(such as skin that is cut, scraped, sunburned, infected, or has a rash).
Leave the patch on the affected area for up to 12 hours. Use this
medication as directed by your doctor or follow all directions on the
product package. If you have any questions, talk to your doctor or
pharmacist.
Only use 1 patch at time and do not use more than 2
patches in a 24-hour period.
Do not bandage or wrap the area where the patch is
applied unless directed to do so by the doctor.
Heat can increase the risk of side effects. Do not apply
this medication immediately before, during, or after activities that
increase skin temperature (such as bathing in hot water, swimming, sun
bathing, heavy exercise) or in hot/humid weather. Wait until your skin has
cooled before applying the medication. Do not use a sunlamp/tanning bed,
hot water bottle, or heating pad on the treated area.
Wash your hands well after handling the patch. Avoid
getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you do get the
medication in those areas, flush with plenty of water.
After removing each patch, fold the used patch with the
sticky sides together, and throw away in the trash away from children and
pets.
Tell your doctor if your condition lasts for more than 3
days, or if it gets worse, or if it keeps returning. If you think you may
have a serious medical problem, get medical help right
away.
Redness, mild itching, or irritation at the application
site may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor
or pharmacist promptly.
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication,
remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater
than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not
have serious side effects.
Stop using this product and tell your doctor right away
if you have any serious side effects, including:
- blistering/swelling at the application site
- increased/unusual pain at the application site
- nausea/vomiting
- ringing in the ears
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before using this product, tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you are allergic to menthol or methyl salicylate; or to
aspirin or other salicylates (such as salsalate); or if you have any other
allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause
allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more
details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- asthma
- growths in the nose (nasal polyps)
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about
all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).
If you are going to have an MRI test, tell testing
personnel if you are using this patch. Some patches may contain metals that
can cause serious burns during an MRI. Ask your doctor whether you will
need to remove your patch before the test and apply a new patch afterward,
and how to do so properly.
This drug contains an aspirin-like product (salicylate).
Children and teenagers younger than 18 years should not use this product if
they have chickenpox, flu, or any undiagnosed illness or if they have
recently received a vaccine. In these cases, using aspirin or aspirin-like
products increases the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious
illness.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you plan to
become pregnant. This medication may harm an unborn baby and cause problems
with normal labor/delivery. It is not recommended for use in pregnancy from
20 weeks until delivery. If your doctor decides that you need to use this
medication between 20 and 30 weeks of pregnancy, you should use the lowest
effective dose for the shortest possible time. You should not use this
medication after 30 weeks of pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with
your doctor.
It is unknown if this product passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
This medication patch may be harmful if chewed or
swallowed. If someone has overdosed, remove the patch if possible. For
serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911.
Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call
1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call 1-844-764-7669.
Keep all medical and lab appointments.
If you are using this product on a regular schedule and
miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the
next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do
not double the dose to catch up.
Store at room temperature. Keep all medications away
from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them
into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when
it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste
disposal company.