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topical analgesic; topical muscle & joint pain reliever (Bengay, Capzasin, Flexall, Icy Hot, Mentholatum)
Indications:
- relief of minor myalgia & arthralgia
Complications:
- serious burns have been reported [1]
- some systemic absorption occurs
Notes:
- available as single- or combination-ingredient products that contain menthol, methyl salicylate, or capsaicin
- marketed under various brand-names: Bengay, Capzasin, Flexall, Icy Hot, & Mentholatum
- formulations include creams, lotions, ointments, & patches
General
analgesic (antalgic)
topical agent
References
- FDA MedWatch, 09/13/2012
Over-The-Counter Topical Muscle and Joint Pain Relievers:
Drug Safety Communication - Rare Cases of Serious Burns
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm319353.htm