Menthol, Unspecified Form
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Arctic Relief, Bengay Ultra Strength Large Size, Bengay Vanishing Scent, Biofreeze Menthol,...
- Brand Names
- Arctic Relief, Bengay Ultra Strength Large Size, Bengay Vanishing Scent, Biofreeze Menthol, Biofreeze Overnight Relief, Biofreeze Professional, Biofreeze Professional Colorless, Biofreeze Professional Colorless Roll-On, Biofreeze Professional Roll-On, Canker Care Plus, Cherry Cough Drops 100Ct, Cherry Cough Drops 50Ct, Cold Therapy Pain Relief, Cvs Health Pain Relief Foot, Daily Solutions Ice Blue Analgesic, Dg Health Cold N Hot Pain Relieving Topical Analgesic, Dg Health Cold Zone Pain Relieving Topical Analgesic, Equate Cold Therapy Pain Relieving Analgesic, Equate Cold Therapy Pain Relieving Roll-On Analgesic, Evel Knievels Natural Choice Pain Relief, Fast Freeze Pain Relieving, Fast Freeze Pain Relieving Continuous, Feminine Pain Relief, Game On Xtreme, Icy Freeze, Leader Cooling Pain Relief Topical Analgesic, Leader Ice Blue Analgesic, Leader Roll-On Cooling Pain Relief Topical Analgesic, Lip Clear Lysine Plus, Meijer Cold Therapy Pain Relieving Analgesic, Meijer Maximum Strength Pain Relieving Analgesic, Meijer Roll-On Cold Therapy Pain Relieving Topical Analgesic, Menthol, Menthol 5%, Menthol 5% Hydrogel, Menthol 6.5%, Muscle Rub Pain Reliever Gel, Natures Oil 16% Menthol, Octagon Pain Relief, Overnight Cold Therapy Pain Relief, Pain Relieving, Pain Relieving Cooling, Pain Relieving Roll-On, Quantum Health Bing Cherry Flavor, Quantum Health Meyer Lemon And Honey Flavor, Rugby Ice Blue External Analgesic, Still Standing, Stopain Clinical, Stopain Clinical Roll-On, Theracare Pain Relieving Muscle Vanishing Scent, Topcare Maximum Strength Pain Relieving Analgesic, Topcare Pain Relieving Roll-On Topical Analgesic, Topical Hemorrhoid Relief Gel, Walgreen Cool N Heat Maximum Strength Pain Relieving, Walgreens Ice Blue Pain Relieving Topical Analgesic, Zims Max Freeze Pro Formula
- Route
- TOPICAL
- Dosage Form
- LIQUID
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
What Is Menthol, Unspecified Form Used For?
Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to: arthritis simple backache strains sprains bruises
Dosage and Administration
Directions Adults and children over 12 years: Gently fold patch in half and remove one side of backing. Apply exposed adhesive to the site of pain. Remove remaining film from the other side and finish applying to skin. Use on affected areas for up to 12 hours. Children 12 years of age or younger: Consult a doctor
Warnings and Precautions
Warnings For external use only Ask a doctor before use if you have Sensitive skin When using this product Use only as directed Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin Do not bandage tightly or use a heating pad Stop use and ask a doctor if Excessive irritation or redness is present Condition worsens Pain persists for more than 7 days Symptom clear up and occur again within a few days Do not use With other creams, ointments, sprays, liniments, or other topical products containing menthol. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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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