Capsaicin

Active ingredient Purpose

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

Uses

• temporarily relieves minor pain of muscles and joints associated with:
• arthritis
• simple backache
• 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 the eyes or mucous membranes
• do not bandage tightly
• a transient burning sensation may occur upon application 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 irriration develops
• a severe burning sensation occurs

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

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

• adults and children 18 years of age and older:
• 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

Other information

• store at room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactivate ingredients

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

Distributed by:

Rite Aid

30 Hunter Lane

Camp Hill, PA 17011

Made in China

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