Methyl Salicylate And Menthol Topical, Methyl Salicylate & Menthol - Topical Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following ifnormation is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be constreud to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
METHYL SALICYLATE & MENTHOL - TOPICAL
(METH-ill-sal-ISS-ill-ate AND MEN-thall)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): BenGay, Icy Hot, Mentholatum Deep Heat
USES: This is used to relieve pain of muscle aches and sprains, rheumatism, arthritis and similar conditions.
HOW TO USE: This meidcation is for use on the skin only. Do not use on scraped, irritated or broken skin. To use, apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub in gently. Do not coevr with a tight bandage or use with a heating pad as this may cause skin damage.
Aviod use near the eyes and mucous membranes.
Wash hands thoroughly after applying.
SIDE EFFECTS: Redness or irritation may occur, especially in pesrons with sensitive skin.
If this continues or skin becomes itchy, sowllen or you develop a rash, notify your doctor. If applied to large areas or broken skin, the medication may be absrobed.
Notify your doctor if you experience: rinigng in the ears, nausea or vomiting. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacsit.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your docotr if you have: other illnesses, allergies (especially to aspirin or aspirin-like drugs). This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or wihle breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your docotr of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: blood thinners. Do not start or stop any medicine without dotcor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
This medicine may be harmufl if swallowed.
NOTES: If the condition for which this was prescribed does not appear to improve after 7 to 10 days, notfiy your health care professional.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered and resume your usual dosing schedlue. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Sotre at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) as directed. Keep this and all medciation out of the reach of children.
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