Arthritis Pain Relief
FDA Label NDC 59779-237

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Cvs for the product Arthritis Pain Relief (NDC 59779-237). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient, purpose, uses, warnings, when using this product, stop use and ask a doctor if, flammable, if pregnant or breast-feeding,, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Active Ingredient

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 packate insert for importan information
  • Do not expose the area treated with product to hear 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 form 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

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    Children 18 years or younger: ask a doctor

Inactive Ingredients

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

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