FDA Label for Good Neighbor Pharmacy Capsaicin

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Good Neighbor Pharmacy Capsaicin Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Amerisourcebergen Drug Corporation. 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.

Drug Facts




Active Ingredients



Capsaicin 0.15%


Purpose



Topical analgesic


Uses



Temporarily relieves minor pain associated with: • arthritis • simple

backache • muscle strains • muscle sprains • bruises • cramps


Warnings



For external use only


When Using This Product



• Use only as directed • Do not bandage tightly

• Do not 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

package insert for important information

• Do not expose the area treated with product to heat or direct sunlight

• Avoid taking a bath or shower within 1 hour before or after applying


Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



Condition worsens • Redness is present • Irritation develops

• Symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within

a few days


Flammable



keep away from fire or flame


If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,



ask a healthcare 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

• IF MEDICINE COMES IN CONTACT WITH HANDS, WASH WITH SOAP AND WATER

Children 18 years or younger:

ask a doctor


Inactive Ingredients



Carbomer, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, SD Alcohol 40-2 (35%), Triethanolamine, Water.


Good Neighbor Pharmacy Capsaicin




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