Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
topical gel
- 2.5%
- 5%
- 7%
- 10%
- 16%
topical cream
- 7.5%
- 16%
topical solution
- 16%
topical spray
- 16%
transdermal patch
- 1.25%
- 5%
- 7.5%
- 16%
topical powder
- 1%
Analgesia for Minor Muscle/Joint Pain
Apply liberal amounts of cream/gel topically to affected area and massage
Apply patch to affected area q12hr
Safety and efficacy not established
Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Hypersensitivity reaction
Stinging/burning/tingling sensation of skin
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Application to wounds or damaged skin
<12 years if arthritis-like condition present
Cautions
Topical use only
For external use only
Not for use with a heating pad
Flammable; keep away from fire or flame
Ask healthcare professional if redness over affected area present
Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes
Do not bandage tightly
Discontinue use and ask healthcare professional if condition worsens or symptoms persist for >7 days, symptoms clear up and occur again within days, excessive irritation occurs
Keep out of reach of children; get medical help or contact poison control center immediately if swallowed
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Ask healthcare professional
Lactation
Ask healthcare professional
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Produces counterirritation; stimulates TRPM8 receptors
