Active ingredient Purpose
Capsaicin 0.075%............................................................ Topical analgesic
Uses
- for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains, and sprains
When using this product
- you may experience a burning sensation which is normal and related to the way the product works. With regular use, this sensation generally disapperas within several days.
- avoid contact with eyes, do not get on mucous membranes, into eyes, or on contact lesnes. If this occurs, rinse the affected area throughly with water.
- do not apply immediately before or after activities such as bathing, swimming, sun bathing, or strenuous excercise
- do not apply heat to the treated areas immediately before or after use
- do not tightly wrap or bandage the treated area
- avoid inhaling airborne material from dried residue. This can result in coughing, sneezing, tearing, throat or respiratory irritation.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, discontinue use of this product and consult a doctor
- blistering occurs
- difficulty breathing or swallowing occurs
- severe burning persists
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
- for persons under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before using
- apply a thin film of cream and gently rub in until fully absorbed
- for optimum relief, apply 3 to 4 times daily
- best results typically occur after 2 to 4 weeks of continuous use
- unless treating hands, wash hands throughly with soap and water immediately after use
Other information
- store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
- Lot No. & Exp. Date: see box or see crimp of tube
Inactive ingredients
benzyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, ethanol, isopropyl myristate, petrolatum, polyoxyl 40 stearate, sobritan monostearate, sorbitol solution, water
