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FDA LABEL
GENERIC: Methyl Salicylate MFR: The Mentholatum Company
Menthol 6 % / Methyl Salicylate 20 % Topical Lotion
Table of Contents
Active ingredients
Menthol 6%
Methyl salicylate 20%
Purpose
Menthol - Topical analgesic
Methyl salicylate - Topical analgesic
Uses
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to
- arthritis
- simple backache
- strains
- sprains
Warnings
For external use only
When using this product
- use only as directed
- do not get into eyes or on mucous membranes
- do not apply to wounds or to damaged skin
- do not bandage tightly
- do not use with a heating pad, other heat sources, or right after a shower/bath
- do not use in combination with other external analgesic products
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- condition worsens
- excessive irritation, burning or discomfort of the skin develops
- symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a healthcare professional before use.
Keep Out of Reach of Children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- adults and children 12 years and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
carbomer, lanolin oil, polysorbate 60, purified water, sorbitan monosterate, trolamine