methyl salicylate

Component of Ben-Gay & other arthritis or sports creams. Indications: - topical agent: pain due to arthritis, myalgias, sprains Adverse effects: - case report of death due to methyl salicylate toxicity - heat & exercise increase absorption

Interactions

drug interactions drug adverse effects of NSAIDs monitor with non steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSIADs)

Properties

INHIBITS: cyclooxygenase

References

Associated Press June 11, 2007

Component-of

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