THERA-GESIC ® Creme
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Drug Facts
Active Ingredients Purpose Menthol 1%...................................................................................................................... Analgesic Methyl Salicylate 15%............................................................................................... Counterirritant
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Use
temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:
arthritis simple backaches strains bruises sprains
WARNINGS SECTION
Warnings
For external use only. Use only as directed. Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes.
Do not bandage, wrap, cover, use a heating pad after, or recline upon skin treated with THERA-GESIC ®.
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use
if skin is sensitive to oil of wintergreen (methyl salicylate) immediately shower or bath on wounds or damaged skin
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use
for children under 2 and to 12 years of age if prone or sensitive to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylate
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product
discontinue use if skin irritation develops, or redness is present do not swallow do not use a heating pad after application of THERA-GESIC ®
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
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.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children to avoid accidental poisoning. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
Other information
Showering or washing the area after application of THERA-GESIC ® will leave the area fragrance-free without diminishing the therapeutic effect. Avoid contact with clothing or other surfaces. Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F).
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive ingredients
Carbomer 934, dimethicone, glycerine, methylparaben, propylparaben, sodium laurel sulfate, trolamine, water
PRECAUTIONS SECTION
SHARE BEFORE USE: IT IS NORMAL FOR THIS PRODUCT TO GIVE THE IMPRESSION OF A LIQUID SOUND UON SHAKING. DO NOT ALLOW THERA-GESIC ® TO COMEIN CONTACT WITH ANY SURFACE, OTHER THAN SKIN. Do not use this product if tube is punctured. Lot number and expiration date on end of carton. MainPointe Pharmaceuticals, LLC Louisville, KY 40202 Rev 50563R1218
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
Directions Adults and children 12 or more years of age. Apply thin layers of crème into and around the sore or painful area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily. The number of thin layers controls the intensity of the action of THERA-GESIC ®. One this layer provides a mild effect, two thin layers provide a strong effect and three thin layers provide a very strong effect. SEE WARNINGS. Wash hands thoroughly after application.