FDA Label for Good Neighbor Capsaicin Heat Patch For Back

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Good Neighbor Capsaicin Heat Patch For Back Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Amerisource Bergen. 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



Capsicum extract 0.025% as Capsaicin


Purpose



Topical analgesic


Uses



For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:

  • minor backache
  • arthritis
  • strains
  • bruises
  • sprains

Warnings



For external use only


Do Not Use



ALLERGY ALERT:

If you are allergic or suspect you are allergic to the ingredients of this product,
including chili peppers, consult with your physician before use.

Do not use

  • on wounds or damaged skin
  • with a heating pad
  • if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product

When Using This Product



  • use only as directed
  • avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes
  • do not bandage tightly
  • discontinue use at least 1 hour before a bath or shower
  • do not use immediately after a bath or shower

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • skin reactions such as redness, rash, itching, excessive irritation burning sensation, swelling or blistering occurs ■ condition worsens ■ symptoms persist more
    than 7 days ■ symptoms clear and reoccur within a few days.

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) immediately.


Directions



Adults and children 12 years of age and over:

  • clean and dry affected area
  • remove patch from film
  • apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • use one patch for up to 8 hours
  • discard patch after single use
  • Children under 12 years of age: consult a physician


Other Information



  • Avoid storing product in direct sunlight
  • Protect product from excessive moisture

Inactive Ingredients



hydrogenated C6-20 polyoleon, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate,
petroleum, styrene/isoprene copolymer


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