FDA Label for Capzasin Hp Arthritis Pain Relief

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Capzasin Hp Arthritis Pain Relief Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Chattem, Inc.. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient



Capsaicin 0.1%


Purpose



Topical analgesic


Uses



temporarily relieves minor pain of muscles and joints associated with:

  • arthritis
  • simple backache
  • strains
  • sprains
  • bruises

Warnings



For external use only


When Using This Product



  • use only as directed
  • do not bandage tightly or 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 important information printed inside carton
  • do not expose the area treated with product 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
  • irritation develops

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 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
  • WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER AFTER APPLYING
  • children 18 years or younger: ask a doctor


Inactive Ingredients



benzyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl myristate, PEG-40 stearate, petrolatum, sorbitol, water (238-10)

READ INFORMATION PRINTED INSIDE CARTON BEFORE USING.

KEEP CARTON AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION.             Recyclable Carton

Dist. by Chattem, Inc., P.O. Box 2219
Chattanooga, TN 37409-0219 U.S.A.
© 2009 www.chattem.com


Principal Display Panel



Deep Penetrating       Odor Free      
HIGH POTENCY
CAPZASIN HP®
ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF

CAPSA
ICIN 0.1% TOPICAL             ANALGESIC CREME              Net wt 1.5 oz (42.5 g)


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