0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch
Uses Uses For temporary relief of minor aches & pains of muscles & joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains
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What is 0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch?
Uses Uses For temporary relief of minor aches & pains of muscles & joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains
Uses of 0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch
Established uses
- Directions Uses For temporary relief of minor aches & pains of muscles & joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains Adult and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply 1 patch at a time to affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8-hour apolication Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
How to take 0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch
Adult and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply 1 patch at a time to affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8-hour application Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Dosage
Follow the dose prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. The ranges below are general information, not a personal prescription.
- Adults
- Adult and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply 1 patch at a time to affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8-hour application Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Side effects of 0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch
Warnings and who should not take it
Warnings and precautions
- Warnings Warnings (For external use only) Do not use more than 1 patch at a time on wounds or damaged skin with a heating pad if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if localized skin reactions occur, such as rash, itching, redness, irritation, pain, swelling and blistering condition worsen symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Frequently asked questions
What is 0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch used for?
Directions Uses For temporary relief of minor aches & pains of muscles & joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains Adult and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply 1 patch at a time to affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8-hour apolication Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.
How should I take 0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch?
Adult and children 12 years of age and over: clean and dry affected area remove film from patch and apply to the skin (see illustration) apply 1 patch at a time to affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily remove patch from the skin after at most 8-hour application Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Medicine information on IMCURE is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for diagnosis, prescription or medical advice. Always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. Real product image from the U.S. National Library of Medicine's DailyMed listing for 0.025% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch (Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch, Capsaicin Pain Relief Str. Packaging varies by brand and manufacturer.