ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF- capsaicin 0.15 liquid
CVS
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Active ingredient
Capsaicin 0.15%
Purpose
Topical analgesic
Uses
Temporarily relieves minor pain associated with:
- arthritis
- simple backache
- muscle strains
- muscle sprains
- bruises
- cramps
Warnings
For external use only
When using this product
- Use only as directed
- Do not bandage tightly
- Do not use with a heating pad
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
- Do not apply to wounds, damaged, broken or irritated skin
- A transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days
- If severe burning sensation occurs, discontinue use immediately and read packate insert for importan information
- Do not expose the area treated with product to hear or direct sunlight
- Avoid taking a bath or shower within 1 hour before or after applying
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- Condition worsens
- Redness is present
- Irritation develops
- Symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Flammable
keep away form fire or flame
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a healthcare professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison COntrol Center right away.
Directions
Adults and children over 18 years:
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Apply to affected area
- Massage into painful area until thoroughly absorbed
- Repeat as necessary, but no more than 3 to 4 times daily
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IF MEDICINE COMES IN CONTACT WITH HANDS, WASH WITH SOAP AND WATER
Children 18 years or younger: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Carbomer, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, SD Alcohol 40-2 (35%), Triethanolamine, Water.