Pain Relief Patch, Large
3-15/16 inch x 5-1/2 inch (10 cm x 14 cm). For temporary relief of mild to moderate pain. Backache. Sore muscle. Sprains. Bruises. Menthol 3%. Methyl salicylate 10%. Topical analgesic. Apply for 8-12 hours. FDA approved non-prescription pain relieving patch. Effectiveness confirmed in clinical trial. www.salonpas.us. Questions or comments? Toll free 1-87Salonpas; www.salonpas.us. Package not child resistant. Made in Japan.
In Each Patch Active Ingredients: Menthol (3 %), Topical Analgesic; Methyl Salicylate (NSAID: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) (10 %), Topical Analgesic. Inactive Ingredients: Alicyclic Saturated Hydrocarbon Resin, Backing Cloth, Film, Mineral Oil, Polyisobutylene, Polyisobutylene 1,200,000, Styrene-Isoprene-Styrene Block Copolymer, Synthetic Aluminum Silicate.
Warning
Contains: In Each Patch Warnings: For external use only. Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains NSAID, which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is small but higher if you:: are age 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 this 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 excessive 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 you; you are taking a diuretic; you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease. When using this product: wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water; the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed. Stop use and ask a doctor if: stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts; you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding; rash, itching or skin irritation develops; condition worsens; symptoms last for more than 3 days; symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together. Do not use more than one Salonpas patch at a time. See directions.
Directions
In Each Patch Directions: Adults 18 Years and Older: Only use one patch at a time. 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 pain lasts after using the first patch, a second patch may be applied for up to another 8 to 12 hours. Do not use more than 2 patches per day. Do not use for more than 3 days in a row. The used patch should be removed from the skin when a new one is applied. Children Under 18 Years of Age: Do not use; this product has not been shown to work in children.
How to Apply: 1. Peel the center film. 2. Place on affected area. 3. Slide a film. 4. Slide the other film.
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About the Producer
Hisamitsu America, Inc.