For the temporary relief of minor pains and aches of muscles and joints associated with ■ simple backache ■arthritis ■strains ■bruises ■sprains.
From the official label (Nov 2024). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.
Lo que dice el prospecto oficial. Si te lo recetó un médico, sigue la receta. Si el prospecto de tu caja es distinto, manda el de tu caja.
For the temporary relief of minor pains and aches of muscles and joints associated with ■ simple backache ■arthritis ■strains ■bruises ■sprains
■ Adults and children 12 years of age: apply to affected area not more than 3 - 4 times daily. ■ children under 12 years of age, consult a doctor before use Directions Section 8 changed to reflect change in children's age for usage (from 2 years of age to 12 years of age) (July 2021)
■ Avoid getting into the eyes or on mucous membranes ■ do not apply to wounds and damaged skin ■ do not bandage tightly or use with a heating pad ■ do not use otherwise than as directed
For External Use Only
■ Condition worsens, ■ symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days ■ redness is present
Keep out of reach of children.
Tómala en cuanto te acuerdes, salvo que falte poco para la siguiente. En ese caso, sáltate la olvidada. Nunca tomes dos dosis a la vez para compensar. Revisa tu prospecto, porque algunos medicamentos son distintos.
Products with Camphor menthol as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
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For the temporary relief of minor pains and aches of muscles and joints associated with ■ simple backache ■arthritis ■strains ■bruises ■sprains (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: ■ Adults and children 12 years of age: apply to affected area not more than 3 - 4 times daily. ■ children under 12 years of age, consult a doctor before use Directions Section 8 changed to reflect change in children's age for usage (from 2 years of age to 12 years of age) (July 2021)…
In many countries Camphor menthol is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
Camphor menthol is sold under names such as Mentholatum, Katinko, Boroleum, Anbesol Cold Sore Therapy, Polar Freeze, Ortho-nesic, Sombra Warm Pain Relieving Gel, Inflammation Otc Deep Pain Care. Brand names differ between countries.
The official label lists: ■ Condition worsens, ■ symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days ■ redness is present Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
The label gives a separate dose by age: children 12 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.
Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.
This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.