CVS CAPSAICIN

Active ingredient                                                                      Purpose

Capsaicin 0.1%........................................................................Topical analgesic

For the temporary relief of minor pain associated with:

• Arthritis
• Simple backache
• Muscle strains
• Sprains
• Bruises
  

Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

• on wounds, damaged, broken or irritated skin
• with a heating pad
• if you are allergic to capsicum or chili peppers

When using this product

• avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
• do not bandage tightly
• a transient burning sensation may occur upon applications but generally disappears in several days
• do not expose the treated area to heat or direct sunlight

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
• redness is present or irritation develops
• a severe burning sensation occurs

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of accidental ingestion, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Adults and children over 18 years:

• use only as directed
• apply to affected area
• massage into painful area until thoroughly absorbed
• repeat as necessary, but no more than 3 to 4 times daily
• wash hands with soap and water after applying
• children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor

Inactive ingredients

benzyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, petrolatum, polyoxyl 40 stearate, water, sorbitan monostearate, sorbitol

Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895

www.cvs.com

Made in China

Other information

• store at room temperature
• Lot No. and Exp. Date: see box or crimp of tube
• save carton for complete Drug Facts information
  

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