FAMILY CARE THERA FLEX- menthol glycol salicylate nonivamide tocopherol acetate patch
United Exchange Corp.
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active Ingredients (in each patch) Purpose
Menthol 6.53%........................................................................................... Topical analgesic
Glycol Salicylate 4.66%............................................................................... Topical analgesic
Nonivamide 0.01%...................................................................................... Topical analgesic
Tocopherol Acetate 0.93%............................................................................ Topical analgesic
Uses: Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches & pain of muscles & joints associated with:
- strains
- sprains
- simple backache
- arthritis
- bruises
For external use only
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is small but higher if you:
- are 60 or older
- have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- take other drugs containing an NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using the product
- take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use:
- on the face or rashes
- on wounds or damaged skin
- if allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs
- with a heating pad
- when sweating (such as from exercise or heat)
- any patch from a pouch that has been open for 14 or more days
- right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use:
- if you are allergic to topical products
- the stomach bleeding warning applies to your
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease
- you are taking a diuretic
When using this prdouct
- wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occures, rinse thoroughly with water
- the risk of hear attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
- you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding
- rash, itching or skin irritation develops
- conditions worsens
- symptoms last for more than 3 days
- symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
- stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use while breast-feeding or during the first 6 months of pregnancy. Do not use during the last 3 months of pregnancy because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complcations during delivery.
If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poision Contol Center right away. Package not child resistant.
Directions: Adult 18 years and older
- clean and dry affected area
- remove patch from backing film and apply to skin (see illustration)
- apply one patch to the affected area and leave in place for up to 8 to 12 hours
- if pains last after using the first patch, a second patch may be applied for up to another 8 to 12 hours
- only use on patch at a time
- do not use more than 2 patches per day
- do not use for more than 3 days in a row
- Children under 18 years of age: do not use
Other Information
- some individuals may not experience pain relief until several hours after applying the patch
- avoid storing product in direct sunlight
- protect product from excessive moisture
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients: aliphatic hydrocarbon resin, castor oil, dibutyl hydroxy toluene, glycerine, isopropyl myristate, metacrylic acid butylacrylate copolymer, natural rubber latex, polysorbate 60, sorbitan monostearate
DISTRIBUTED BY:
UNITED EXCHANGE CORP.
17211 VALLEY VIEW AVE.
CERRITOS, CA 90703 USA
United Exchange Corp.