For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:

• strains.
• sprains.
• bruises.
• simple backache.
• arthritis.

Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch features a Transdermal Drug Delivery System (TDDS), whereby an anti-inflammatory medicine is spread across an ultra-thin and highly stretchable piece of cloth, that when applied directly to the skin enables the anti-inflammatory medicine to be delivered directly to the site of pain.

shake the can very well before use. to avoid frostbite, hold the can 4 inches (10cm) away from the skin, and spray each affected area for no longer than 1 second. apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.

Salonpas is an adhesive patch approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to provide relief for mild to moderate pain due to arthritis and other causes. It contains a variety of topical medications for treating inflammation.

Can I use Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch on an ongoing basis? Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch temporarily relieves symptomatic pain associated with strains and sprains. If your symptoms persist beyond 3 days, you should stop using and seek medical attention from your doctor.

Apply the prescribed number of patches as directed by your doctor, usually once a day. Depending on your product, the patch may be left on the skin for up to 8 or 12 hours. Follow the instructions carefully. Do not apply more than 3 patches once a day or leave any patch on for longer than the stated time period.

Apply the prescribed number of patches as directed by your doctor, usually once a day. Depending on your product, the patch may be left on the skin for up to 8 or 12 hours. Follow the instructions carefully. Do not apply more than 3 patches once a day or leave any patch on for longer than the stated time period.

You can sleep with a lidocaine patch on but no more than 12 hours. It is typically recommended to use a heating pad for 15 minutes prior to bedtime, then apply the topical lidocaine patch (Lidoderm or Salonpas) before you go to bed and leave it on for a maximum of 12 hours.

The patches contain two active ingredients, methyl salicylate and levomenthol. These medicines are absorbed slowly into the skin from the patch. Methyl salicylate is metabolised into salicylic acid, which has an anti-inflammatory effect that helps to reduce any inflammation in the muscles or joints.

Redness, swelling, blisters, or changes in skin color at the site of application may occur. These effects usually disappear within a few minutes or hours. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Pain relief generally occurs within one hour of application, but in some individuals pain relief may be shorter or longer. If pain recurs 8-12 hours after applying the first patch a second patch can be applied. Only use one patch at a time.

You can sleep with a lidocaine patch on but no more than 12 hours. It is typically recommended to use a heating pad for 15 minutes prior to bedtime, then apply the topical lidocaine patch (Lidoderm or Salonpas) before you go to bed and leave it on for a maximum of 12 hours.