Deep Heat Max Strength

Land: Malta

Taal: Engels

Bron: Malta Medicines Authority

Werkstoffen:

METHYL SALICYLATE, MENTHOL, LEVOMENTHOL

Beschikbaar vanaf:

The Mentholatum Company Limited

ATC-code:

M02AX

INN (Algemene Internationale Benaming):

METHYL SALICYLATE, MENTHOL, LEVOMENTHOL

farmaceutische vorm:

CREAM

Samenstelling:

METHYL SALICYLATE 8 percent weight/weight ; MENTHOL 30 percent weight/weight ; LEVOMENTHOL 30 percent weight/weight

Prescription-type:

OTC

Therapeutisch gebied:

TOPICAL PRODUCTS FOR JOINT AND MUSCULAR PAIN

Autorisatie-status:

Authorised

Autorisatie datum:

2006-11-27

Bijsluiter

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PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET
DEEP HEAT MAXIMUM STRENGTH
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important
information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription. Nevertheless you
still need to use Deep Heat
Maximum Strength carefully to get the best results from it.

Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.

Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.

You must see a doctor if your symptoms do not improve.

If any of the side effects become serious or if you notice any side
effect not listed in this
leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1.
What Deep Heat Maximum Strength is and what it is used for
2.
Before you use Deep Heat Maximum Strength
3.
How to use Deep Heat Maximum Strength
4.
Possible side effects
5.
How to store Deep Heat Maximum Strength
6.
Further information
1. WHAT DEEP HEAT MAXIMUM STRENGTH IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
Deep Heat Maximum Strength is a non-greasy, pain relieving cream to be
applied to the skin. It
is used for the relief of muscular pains and stiffness including:

Backache and lumbago

Sciatica (pain in the lower back and thigh)

Fibrositis (muscle tenderness or stiffness)

Rheumatic pain (in muscles tendons joints or bones)

Bruises

Sprains
2.
BEFORE YOU USE DEEP HEAT MAXIMUM STRENGTH
DO NOT USE DEEP HEAT MAXIMUM STRENGTH IF YOU HAVE AN ALLERGY

to any of the INGREDIENTS (see Section 6)

to PAINKILLERS such as ASPIRIN, IBUPROFEN and other NON-STEROIDAL
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DRUGS
(NSAIDS).
DO NOT USE DEEP HEAT MAXIMUM STRENGTH ON:

children under 5 years of age
2

your eyes or other sensitive areas. If this occurs wash away with
plenty of clean water

broken or inflamed skin.
Deep Heat Maximum Strength is only for use on the skin. Do not take by
mouth.
TAKE SPECIAL CARE WITH DEEP HEAT MAXIMUM STRENGTH
See your doctor before using Deep Heat Maximum Strength if you:

are pregnant or breastfeeding

have asthma
TAKING OTHER MEDICINES
Please tell your doctor or p

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SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
1.
NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT
Deep Heat Maximum Strength
Deep Heat Max Strength
2.
QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION
Methyl salicylate
30.00% w/w
Menthol
8.00% w/w
(Racementhol or Levomenthol)
For excipients see 6.1
3.
PHARMACEUTICAL FORM
Cutaneous cream
CLINICAL PARTICULARS
4.1.
THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS
For the symptomatic relief of muscular pains and stiffness, including
backache, sciatica,
lumbago, fibrositis, rheumatic pain, bruises and sprains.
4.2.
POSOLOGY AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION
Apply a thin layer with gentle massage to the affected area 2 to 3
times daily.
Not to be used on children under 5 years of age.
4.3.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Hypersensitivity to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs (including when
taken by mouth), especially where associated with a history of asthma.
4.4.
SPECIAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
The label will state:
Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients. Do not use
if you have a history of
asthma associated with allergic reaction to aspirin or other
painkilling medicines known as
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Check with your doctor if you
are unsure.
Consult your doctor before use if:
-
you are pregnant or breast feeding
-
you are on blood thinning medicines
For external use and only on unbroken skin. Always try on a small area
first.
Avoid contact with the eyes and sensitive areas of the skin.
Some people may experience local discomfort if used during hot weather
or after a hot bath.
Not for use with occlusive dressings.
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Wash hands thoroughly after use.
Discontinue use if excessive irritation occurs.
Not to be used on children under 5 years of age.
Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
4.5.
INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER MEDICINAL PRODUCTS AND OTHER FORMS OF
INTERACTION
Although no adequately controlled interaction studies have been
undertaken, it is possible
that exces