Label: PAIN-RELIEVING PATCH- camphor, menthol, methyl salicylate patch

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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Updated April 6, 2026

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  • Active ingredients

    Camphor 3.1%

    Menthol 6.0%

    Methyl salicylate 10.0%

  • Purpose

    Topical Analgesic

    Topical Analgesic

    Topical Analgesic

  • Uses

    For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:

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

    For external use only

    Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reactions from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use.

    Do not use

    • on wounds or damaged skin with a heating pad
    • if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product

    When using this product

    • use only as directed
    • avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes
    • do not bandage tightly

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • rash, itching or excessive skin irritation develops
    • conditions worsen
    • symptoms persist for more than 7 days
    • symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days

    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 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area
    • remove patch from film
    • apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
    • remove patch from the skin after at most 8 hour application
    • Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
  • Other information

    • avoid storing product in direct sunlight
    • protect product from excessive moisture
  • Inactive ingredients

    hydrogenated poly, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, petroleum, styrene/isoprene copolymer

  • Principal Display Panel - 7.2 cm X 4.6 cm Carton Label

    CVS Health ®

    Compare to the active ingredients in

    Salonpas ® Pain Relieving Patch*

    Pain-Relieving Patch

    Camphor 3.1%

    Menthol 6.0%

    Methyl Salicylate 10.0%

    Topical analgesic / Pain reliever

    For temporary relief of minor aches & pains:

    • Stiff neck
    • Sore shoulders
    • Backache
    • Joint pain

    60 Patches †

    †Contains 3 pouches with 20 patches in each

    2.83 IN X 1.81 IN (7.2 cm X 4.6 cm)

    Pain-relieving ointment on a breathable adhesive pad

    Carton Label

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    PAIN-RELIEVING PATCH 
    camphor, menthol, methyl salicylate patch
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:51316-280
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM (UNII: L7T10EIP3A) (MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM - UNII:L7T10EIP3A) MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM60 mg  in 1 g
    METHYL SALICYLATE (UNII: LAV5U5022Y) (SALICYLIC ACID - UNII:O414PZ4LPZ) METHYL SALICYLATE100 mg  in 1 g
    CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) (UNII: 5TJD82A1ET) (CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) - UNII:5TJD82A1ET) CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC)31 mg  in 1 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    HYDROGENATED POLY(C6-20 OLEFIN) (UNII: 39EYQ1W9RB)  
    LIQUID PETROLEUM (UNII: 6ZAE7X688J)  
    STYRENE/ACRYLAMIDE COPOLYMER (500000 MW) (UNII: 5Z4DPO246A)  
    PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE (UNII: 255PIF62MS)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:51316-280-603 in 1 CARTON04/06/2026
    160 in 1 POUCH
    10.8 g in 1 PATCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01704/06/2026
    Labeler - CVS Pharmacy (062312574)
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