This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus).

The active ingredient in Aspercreme is trolamine salicylate, a medication related to aspirin. Trolamine salicylate works by stopping the production of enzymes (proteins) that cause pain and inflammation (swelling). Fewer of these enzymes means less pain and swelling.

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Aspercreme, Icy Hot, and Bengay may all be used to treat minor joint pain, backaches, muscle soreness, strains, sprains, bruises, and nerve pain (in the case of their lidocaine products). In contrast, Voltaren is used to specifically treat joint pain on the hands, wrists, elbows, knees, ankles, and feet.

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: slow/shallow breathing, seizures, pale/bluish/gray skin, unusual tiredness, shortness of breath, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.

FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.

Aspercreme® offers a variety of targeted solutions to help relieve topical pain. Our Pain Relief Creams are clinically proven to relieve joint pain, Aspercreme® with Lidocaine numbs pain away, and Aspercreme® Arthritis helps reduce inflammation.

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: slow/shallow breathing, seizures, pale/bluish/gray skin, unusual tiredness, shortness of breath, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.

General. In general, trolamine salicylate topical (the active ingredient contained in Aspercreme) has been safe to use. If applied over a large area, salicylate type side effects (e.g., tinnitus, nausea, and/or vomiting) could potentially occur.

Many times Aspercreme Lidocaine (lidocaine skin liquid) is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not use more of this product, use it more often, or keep using it longer than directed. If there is an infection or sore in the area to be treated, do not use this medication without consulting your doctor first.

Aspercreme is a great product for minor aches and pains. If you want instant relief this is the perfect product. Aspercreme is easy to apply and long lasting. The smell is not as over powering as other products of this type.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: asthma, aspirin-sensitive asthma (a history of worsening breathing with runny/stuffy nose after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs), liver disease, stomach/intestine problems (such as bleeding, ulcers), heart disease (such as ...

Apply the medication to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day. Rub in gently and thoroughly. After applying the medication, wash your hands unless you are using this medication to treat the hands.

Apply the medication to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day. Rub in gently and thoroughly. After applying the medication, wash your hands unless you are using this medication to treat the hands.

Many times Aspercreme Lidocaine (lidocaine skin liquid) is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor.