What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: Arthritis Simple backache Strains Bruises Sprains
For external use only Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use. Do not use on wounds or damaged skin if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product with a heating pad When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and rashes Stop use and ask a doctor if skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, excessive irritation, burning sensation, swelling or blistering occur condition worsens symptoms persist for longer than 7 days symptoms clear up and reoccur within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.
Products with L-menthol as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: Arthritis Simple backache 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 and over: ■ clean and dry affected area ■ remove patch from film ■ apply to affected area not more than 3 times daily ■ remove patch from skin after at most 8 hours of application children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor…
In many countries L-menthol is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
L-menthol is sold under names such as Tact, Sinsinpas Arex Flex Gel Pain Relieving Patch. Brand names differ between countries.
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.