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Arthritis Pain Relief

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
CVS
Label updated
2017-11-30
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
CAPSAICIN
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Active ingredient

Capsaicin 0.15%

Purpose

Topical analgesic

Uses

Temporarily relieves minor pain associated with:

  • arthritis
  • simple backache
  • muscle strains
  • muscle sprains
  • bruises
  • cramps
Warnings

​For external use only

When using this product
  • Use only as directed
  • Do not bandage tightly
  • Do not use with a heating pad
  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
  • Do not apply to wounds, damaged, broken or irritated skin
  • A transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days
  • If severe burning sensation occurs, discontinue use immediately and read packate insert for importan information
  • Do not expose the area treated with product to hear or direct sunlight
  • Avoid taking a bath or shower within 1 hour before or after applying
Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • Condition worsens
  • Redness is present
  • Irritation develops
  • Symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Flammable

keep away form fire or flame

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 over 18 years:

  • Apply to affected area
  • Massage into painful area until thoroughly absorbed
  • Repeat as necessary, but no more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • ​IF MEDICINE COMES IN CONTACT WITH HANDS, WASH WITH SOAP AND WATER

Children 18 years or younger: ask a doctor

Inactive ingredients

Carbomer, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, SD Alcohol 40-2 (35%), Triethanolamine, Water.

포장 표시

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 2594e5a0-d57c-4960-b188-4359bc0300e7 · Version 3
NDC: 59779-237