Label: CAPZASIN HP ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF- capsaicin cream

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Capzasin HP Arthritis Pain Relief

  • Active Ingredient

    Capsaicin 0.1%

  • Purpose

    Topical analgesic

  • Uses

    temporarily relieves minor pain of muscles and joints associated with:

    • arthritis
    • simple backache
    • strains
    • sprains
    • bruises
  • Warnings

    For external use only

    When using this product

    • read inside of carton before using
    • use only as directed. Read and follow all directions and warnings on this carton/label. 
    • avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes
    • rare cases of serious burns have been reported with products of this type
    • do not bandage tightly or apply local heat (such as heating pads) or a medicated patch to the area of use
    • do not apply to wounds or damaged, broken or irritated skin
    • do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics
    • a transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days
    • if severe burning occurs, discontinue use immediately and read inside carton for important information
    • do not expose the area treated with product to heat or direct sunlight
    • avoid applying into skin folds

    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
    • you experience signs of skin injury, such as pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied

    If pregnant or breast-feeding

    ask a health 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:

    • apply to affected area
    • massage into painful area until thoroughly absorbed
    • repeat as necessary, but no more than 3 to 4 times daily
    • WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER AFTER APPLYING

    children 18 years or younger: ask a doctor

  • Inactive Ingredients

    benzyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl myristate, PEG-40 stearate, petrolatum, sorbitol, water (238-10)

    READ INFORMATION PRINTED INSIDE CARTON BEFORE USING.

    KEEP CARTON AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION.             Recyclable Carton

    Dist. by Chattem, Inc., P.O. Box 2219
    Chattanooga, TN 37409-0219 U.S.A.
    © 2009 www.chattem.com

  • Principal Display Panel

    Deep Penetrating       Odor Free      
    HIGH POTENCY
    CAPZASIN HP®
    ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF
    CAPSA    ICIN 0.1% TOPICAL ANALGESIC CREME Net wt 1.5 oz (42.5 g)

    Principal Display Panel Deep Penetrating Odor Free HIGH POTENCY CAPZASIN HP® ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF CAPSAICIN 0.1% TOPICAL ANALGESIC CREME Net wt 1.5 oz (42.5 g)

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CAPZASIN HP ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF 
    capsaicin cream
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:41167-7514
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CAPSAICIN (UNII: S07O44R1ZM) (CAPSAICIN - UNII:S07O44R1ZM) CAPSAICIN0.001 g  in 1 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    BENZYL ALCOHOL (UNII: LKG8494WBH)  
    CETYL ALCOHOL (UNII: 936JST6JCN)  
    GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE (UNII: 230OU9XXE4)  
    ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE (UNII: 0RE8K4LNJS)  
    PETROLATUM (UNII: 4T6H12BN9U)  
    SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    PEG-40 MONOSTEARATE (UNII: ECU18C66Q7)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:41167-7514-21 in 1 CARTON12/01/1998
    142.5 g in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01712/01/1998
    Labeler - Chattem, Inc. (003336013)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    CHATTEM, INC.003336013analysis(41167-7514) , label(41167-7514) , manufacture(41167-7514) , pack(41167-7514)
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