Country: United States
Language: English
Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
CAPSAICIN (UNII: S07O44R1ZM) (CAPSAICIN - UNII:S07O44R1ZM)
NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc.
TOPICAL
OTC DRUG
External analgesic temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to: - simple backache - arthritis - strains - sprains
OTC monograph not final
CAPSAICIN EXTERNAL ANALGESIC- CAPSAICIN CREAM NUCARE PHARMACEUTICALS,INC. _Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may_ _be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not_ _evaluated whether this product complies._ ---------- RUGBY CAPSAICIN CREAM EXTERNAL ANALGESIC _DRUG FACTS_ ACTIVE INGREDIENT Capsaicin 0.025% PURPOSE External analgesic USES temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to: simple backache arthritis strains sprains WARNINGS FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY Read all warnings and directions before use. Test first on small area of skin. DO NOT USE on wounds or damaged skin if you are allergic to capsicum or chili peppers WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT you may experience a burning sensation. The intensity of this reaction varies among individuals and may be severe. With regular use, this sensation generally disappears after several days. avoid contact with the eyes, lips, nose and mucous membranes do not tightly wrap or bandage the treated area do not apply heat to the treated area immediately before or after use STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF ® condition worsens or does not improve after regular use severe burning persists or blistering occurs KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. DIRECTIONS ADULTS AND CHILDREN 18 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER: apply a thin film of cream to affected area and gently rub in until fully absorbed unless treating hands, wash hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after application for best results, apply 3 to 4 times daily. CHILDREN UNDER 18 YEARS: ask a doctor OTHER INFORMATION store at room temperature 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F) INACTIVE INGREDIENTS acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, cetyl acetate, methylparaben, PPG-20 methyl glucose ether distearate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, stearate-100, stearic acid, stearyl alcohol, triethanolamine, water QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Call 1-800-645-2158 9 am - 5 pm ET, Read the complete document