Capsaicin Cream External Analgesic
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Capsaicin 0.025%
Purpose
External analgesic
Uses
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to:
- •simple backache
- •arthritis
- •strains
- •sprains
Warnings
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
For external use only
Read all warnings and directions before use. Test first on small area of skin.
Do not use
- •on wounds or damaged skin
- •if you are allergic to capsicum or chili peppers
When using this product
- •you may experience a burning sensation. The intensity of this reaction varies among individuals and may be severe. With regular use, this sensation generally disappears after several days.
- •avoid contact with the eyes, lips, nose and mucous membranes
- •do not tightly wrap or bandage the treated area
- •do not apply heat to the treated area immediately before or after use
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- •condition worsens or does not improve after regular use
- •severe burning persists or blistering occurs
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
Adults and children 18 years of age and older:
Children under 18 years: ask a doctor
- •apply a thin film of cream to affected area and gently rub in until fully absorbed
- •unless treating hands, wash hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after application
- •for best results, apply 3 to 4 times daily.
Other information
store at room temperature 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F)
Inactive ingredients
acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, cetyl acetate, methylparaben, PPG-20 methyl glucose ether distearate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, stearate-100, stearic acid, stearyl alcohol, triethanolamine, water
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Mfd for:Rugby Laboratories, Inc.Duluth, Georgia 30097
Relabeled by:Proficient Rx LPThousand Oaks, CA 91320