Mentholatum Deep Heating

Mentholatum Deep Heating (for the skin) is used for temporary relief of minor aches and pains caused by strains, sprains, Arthritis, bruising, nerve pain, simple Backache, or pain in the lower spine.

Mentholatum Deep Heating may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.

Apply only to clean and dry skin. Avoid applying over large areas of skin.

Do not apply to an open wound or to skin that is blistered, sunburned, windburned, or otherwise irritated.

Only certain forms of this medicine are for use in young children. Follow all directions when using this medicine on a child.

Apply a thin layer of medicine to the painful area and rub in gently.

Apply the skin patch over the area of pain and press the edges firmly. Remove the patch and apply a new one as directed.

Shake the spray well just before each use.

Wash your hands with soap and water after applying this medicine or handling a skin patch. To keep from getting this medicine on your fingers, apply it using a rubber glove, finger cot, cotton ball, or clean tissue.

If using the medicine to treat an area of your hands or fingers, wait at least 30 minutes before washing your hands.

Do not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor if your pain does not improve after 7 days, or if your symptoms get worse or improve and then come back in a few days.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use it exactly as instructed.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Mentholatum Deep Heating is safe to use if you have ever had an allergy (especially to aspirin or other salicylates).

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you breastfeed, do not apply this medicine to your nipple area.

Do not use this medicine on a child without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Mentholatum Deep Heating may cause serious side effects. Stop using Mentholatum Deep Heating and call your doctor right away if you have:

• redness or swelling of the treated area;
• increased pain; or
• severe burning or skin irritation such as a rash, itching, pain, or blistering.

Less serious side effects may happen more often, and you might not have any at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Mentholatum Deep Heating can be used as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule and miss a dose, just skip it. Do not use two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Avoid getting Mentholatum Deep Heating in your eyes. If it does get in your eyes, rinse with water. Also avoid getting the medicine in your nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina.

Also avoid getting the medicine on contact lenses, dentures, and other items that touch sensitive areas of your body.

Avoid using other medications on the same treatment areas without medical advice.

Medicine that you apply to your skin is not likely to be influenced by other medications you take, but many medications can interact with each other. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently using, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.