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Lidocaine, Capsaicin, Menthol, Methyl Salicylate

FDA Drug Information • Also known as: 1St Medxpatch With Lidocaine 4%-Rx

Brand Names
1St Medxpatch With Lidocaine 4%-Rx
Drug Class
Amide Local Anesthetic [EPC], Antiarrhythmic [EPC]
Route
TOPICAL
Dosage Form
PATCH
Product Type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG

What Is Lidocaine, Capsaicin, Menthol, Methyl Salicylate Used For?

USES: FOR THE TEMPORARY RELIEF OF MINOR ACHES AND PAINS OF MUSCLES AND JOINTS ASSOCIATED WITH ARTHRITIS, SIMPLE BACKACHE, STRAINS, SPRAINS, MUSCLE SORENESS AND STIFFNESS.

Dosage and Administration

DIRECTIONS: FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS AND OVER. APPLY PATCH TO AFFECTED AREA 1 TO 2 TIMES DAILY OR AS DIRECTED BY PHYSICIAN. CLEAN AND DRY THE AFFECTED AREA. WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER AFTER APPLYING PATCH. RESEAL POUCH CONTAINING UNUSED PATCHES AFTER USE.

Warnings and Precautions

WARNINGS: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES AND MUCOUS MEMBRANES. DO NOT USE ON WOUNDS, CUTS, DAMAGED OR INFECTED SKIN AS WELL AS IN THE EYES, MOUTH, GENITALS, OR ANY OTHER MUCOUS MEMBRANES. DO NOT COVER WITH BANDAGES.

About This Information

This drug information is sourced from FDA-approved labeling via the openFDA database. It is intended for educational and reference purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about medication. Drug information may be updated by the FDA; check with your pharmacist for the most current information.

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