Label: CAPZASIN QUICK RELIEF- capsaicin and menthol gel

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

Drug Label Information

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Capzasin Quick Relief Gel

  • Active Ingredient

    Capsaicin 0.025%

  • Purpose

    Topical analgesic

  • Active Ingredient

    Menthol 10%

  • Purpose

    Topical analgesic

  • Uses

    temporarily relieves minor pain associated with:

    • arthritis
    • simple backache
    • muscle strains
    • sprains
    • bruises
    • cramps
  • 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:

    • squeeze desired amount of Capzasin Quick Relief Gel onto affected area
    • using the sponge-top applicator, massage dispensed gel into painful area until thoroughly absorbed
    • repeat as necessary, but no more than 3 to 4 times daily
    • IF MEDICINE COMES IN CONTACT WITH HANDS, WASH WITH SOAP AND WATER

    children 18 years or younger: ask a doctor

  • Inactive Ingredients

    acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, allantoin, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, DMDM hydantoin, fragrance, glycerin, methylparaben, phenoxyethanol, propylene glycol, propylparaben, SD alcohol 40-2 (15%), steareth-2, steareth-21, triethanolamine, water (245-285)


    KEEP CARTON AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION.


    Distributed by: Chattem, Inc.
    P.O. Box 2219
    Chattanooga, TN 37409-0219
    0049618-03       U.S.A. ©2010 www.chattem.com        Recyclable Carton



  • Principal Display Panel

    ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF
    CAPZASIN
    TM
    QUICK RELIEF GEL

    • #1 Pharmacist
      Recommended*

    • Two Strong
      Pain Relievers

    • Starts to Work
      on Contact

    NO-MESS
    Sponge Applicator

    PURIFIED

    P

    CAPSAICIN
    ®
    Topical Analgesic Gel

    *SOURCE: 2009 Pharmacy Today Survey
    Net wt 1.5 oz (42.5 g)
    Principal Display Panel
ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF
CAPZASIN TM
QUICK RELIEF GEL
•	#1 Pharmacist
Recommended*
•	Two Strong
Pain Relievers
•	Starts to Work
on Contact
NO-MESS
Sponge Applicator
PURIFIED 
P
CAPSAICIN®
Topical Analgesic Gel
*SOURCE: 2009 Pharmacy Today Survey
Net wt 1.5 oz (42.5 g)

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CAPZASIN QUICK RELIEF 
    capsaicin and menthol gel
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:41167-7516
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CAPSAICIN (UNII: S07O44R1ZM) (CAPSAICIN - UNII:S07O44R1ZM) CAPSAICIN0.00025 g  in 1 g
    MENTHOL (UNII: L7T10EIP3A) (MENTHOL - UNII:L7T10EIP3A) MENTHOL0.1 g  in 1 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    ALLANTOIN (UNII: 344S277G0Z)  
    ALOE VERA LEAF (UNII: ZY81Z83H0X)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    METHYLPARABEN (UNII: A2I8C7HI9T)  
    PHENOXYETHANOL (UNII: HIE492ZZ3T)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    PROPYLPARABEN (UNII: Z8IX2SC1OH)  
    TROLAMINE (UNII: 9O3K93S3TK)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    CARBOMER INTERPOLYMER TYPE A (55000 CPS) (UNII: 59TL3WG5CO)  
    STEARETH-2 (UNII: V56DFE46J5)  
    STEARETH-21 (UNII: 53J3F32P58)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:41167-7516-01 in 1 CARTON12/01/2008
    142.5 g in 1 TUBE, WITH APPLICATOR; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01712/01/2008
    Labeler - Chattem, Inc. (003336013)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    CHATTEM, INC.003336013analysis(41167-7516) , label(41167-7516) , manufacture(41167-7516) , pack(41167-7516)