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Menticam

Dosage form
GEL
Labeler
PureTek Corporation
Label updated
2024-04-05
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) · MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM · METHYL SALICYLATE
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active Ingredients

Camphor 4%
Menthol 10%
Methyl salicylate 30%

Purpose

Camphor - Topical analgesic
Menthol - Topical analgesic
Methyl Salicylate - Topical analgesic

Uses

For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with

  • simple bachache
  • arthritis
  • strains
  • bruises
  • sprains
Warnings:

For external use only

Do not use

  • on wounds or damaged skin
  • with a heating pad
  • on a child under 12 years of age with arthritis-like conditions

Ask a doctor before use if you have redness over affected area

When using this product

  • use only as directed 
  • avoid contact with the eyes or mucous membranes 
  • do not bandage tightly

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • condition worsens
  • symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
  • excessive skin irritation occurs

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • do not use otherwise than directed
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Other information

Store at controlled room temperature 20°-25°C (68°-77°C).

Avoid excessive heat. Do not use if package is damaged. Keep out of reach of children.

Inactive Ingredients

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aqua (Purified Water), Benzyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 80, Triethanolamine

How Supplied

Menticam™ Gel is an anti-inflammatory anesthetic in a 3.5 oz/ 100 g tube.
NDC 59088-203-07

Menticam™ Gel

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 081837a8-9669-be1f-e063-6394a90a9d20 · Version 3
NDC: 59088-203