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Menthol

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Alexso, Inc
Label updated
2019-04-24
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MENTHOL
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Label information

Menthol 4 % Cream
Alexso, Inc

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Menthol 4 % Cream  

​Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Menthol 4%

Purpose

Topical analgesic

Uses

For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints, such as simple backache, lumbago, arthritis, neuralgia, strains, bruises, and sprains.

Warnings

​For external use only.

When using this product

  • Avoid contact with the eyes
  • Do not use in large quantities, particularly over raw surfaces or blistered areas
  • Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin
  • Do not bandage

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • allergic reaction occurs
  • condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
  • symptoms clear up and return within a few days
  • redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms begin or increase

Keep out of reach of children.

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

Directions

 adults and children 2 years and older apply externally to the affected area up to 3 to 4 times a day
 children under 2 years  ask a doctor
Other information
  • May be applied under occlusive dressing.
  • Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F).  See USP Controlled Room Temperature.
Inactive ingredients

Aqua (Deionized Water), Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chondroitin Sulfate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucosamine Sulfate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Isostearyl Palmitate, Laureth-7, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine

Menthol 4% Cream

NDC: 50488-1040-1

120 grams

Manufactured for:
Alexso, Inc
Los Angeles, CA 90064

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

NDC 50488-1040-1
Menthol 4% Cream
120 grams

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: ebfd4e87-3dd4-4db0-a26b-3a11a9811886 · Version 2
NDC: 50488-1040