Stopain

Stopain (for the skin) is used to help adults and children who are at least 2 years old with temporary relief of muscle or joint pain from strains, sprains, cramps, swelling, arthritis, bruising, or backaches.

Stopain powder is used to relieve pain and itching from minor cuts, sunburn, insect bites, minor burns, scrapes, or other skin irritations.

Stopain ointment is used to relieve tingling, itching, burning, and pain from cold sores or fever blisters.

There are many brands and forms of menthol topical available. Not all brands are included in this leaflet.

Stopain may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed. Inform your healthcare provider if you are using other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Stopain is safe to use if you have ever had an allergy or if you have:

• sensitive skin; or
• redness over the affected area.

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

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

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

Stopain may cause serious side effects. Stop using Stopain and call your doctor right away if you experience:

• pain, swelling, burning, redness, irritation, or blistering after using Stopain; or
• pain that goes away and then comes back after 7 to 10 days.

Less serious side effects may happen more often, or 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.

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

Stopain comes in many different forms (gel, spray, cream, ointment, powder, film, foam, skin patch, and others).

Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Do not use on open wounds, damaged skin, broken skin, or irritated skin.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Your dose needs may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine.

Clean and dry the affected area.

Do not bandage treated skin or expose it to heat.

Stopain can cause a cold or burning sensation, which is usually mild and should lessen over time with continued use. If this sensation causes significant discomfort, wash the skin with soap and water.

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

Store tightly closed at cool room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Certain formulations of menthol topical are flammable. Do not use near high heat or open flame. Do not smoke until the gel has completely dried on your skin.

Stopain is 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 help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Do not get Stopain in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

Do not use other medications on the areas you treat with Stopain, unless your doctor tells you to.

Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use, but many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.