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CVS Pain Relief

Dosage form
GEL
Labeler
CVS Pharmacy
Label updated
2026-08-07
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient

Menthol 4%

Purpose

Topical Analgesic

Uses

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

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

For external use only

Flammable: Keep away from fire or flame and heated surfaces

Do not use

  • if you are allergic to any ingredient in this product
  • on open wounds, damaged or irritated skin
  • with a heating pad or TENS device

When using this product

Use only as directed

  • Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes
  • Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin.
  • Do not use wiht other ointments, creams, sprays, or liniments
  • Do not apply to irritated skin or if excessive skin irritation develops
  • Do not bandage
  • Wash hands after use with cool water
  • Do not use with heating pad or device
  • Store in a cool, dry place

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and recur

If pregnant or breast feeding,

ask a physician before use.

Keep out of reach of children and pets.

If swallowed, seek professional help and contact Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply over affected areas not more than 4 times daily; massage as necessary.

Children under 2 years of age: Consult a physician

Inactive ingredients

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Arnica Montana (Arnica Flower) Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, Camphor, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carbomer, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Yellow #5, Glycerin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Organic Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, Silicone Dioxide, Water

Principal Display Panel - 74 mL Bottle Label

CVS TM

PAIN RELIEF

ROLL-ON

Menthol 4%

Compare to Biofreeze ® Pain Relief Roll-On active ingredient*

Fast-acting pain relief

Relieves muscle pain

Vanishing scent

2.5 FL OZ (74 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

Principal Display Panel - 89 mL Tube Label

NDC 51316-933-03

CVS TM

Pain Relief Gel

MENTHOL 4%

Compare to Biofreeze ® Pain Relief Gel active ingredient*

Fast-acting pain relief

Relieves muscle pain

Vanishing scent

3 FL OZ (89 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 4aa629f5-8b8f-cc67-e063-6394a90a019f · Version 3
NDC: 51316-933