CVS Health Cooling Patch
Menthol · Patch · Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient Menthol 5%
Purpose
Purpose Topical analgesic
Uses
Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints: arthritis, simple backache, bursitis, tendonitis, muscle strains, bruises and cramps
Warnings
Warnings For external use only
When using this product
When using this product ■Use only as directed ■ Rare cases of serious burns have been reported with products of this type ■Don't bandage tightly or use with heating pad ■ Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes ■Don't apply to wounds or damaged skin ■ Do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and consult a doctor if condition worsens redness is present irritation develops symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days you experience signs of skin injury, such as pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children Do not use on infants. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Clean and dry affected area, free of lotions, ointments and creams. Carefully remove backing from patch. Apply sticky side of patch to affected area. Do not use more than one patch up to 8 hours period. Repeat as necessary. Maximum 3 patches per day. Discard patch after single use. Children under 12 years of age: consult a physician.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredients aloe vera extract, arnica montana extract, boswellia carterii resin extract, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, dihydroxyaluminum aminoacetate, ethylhexylglycerin, glycerin, green tea extract, iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, kaolin, mineral oil, petrolatum, phenoxyethanol, polyacrylic acid, polysorbate 80, povidone, propylene glycol, sodium polyacrylate, tartaric acid, titanium dioxide, water
Questions?
Questions or comments Call toll free 1-866-326-1313
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS Pharmacy, Inc (revised Dec 28, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Menthol in 1 product
CVS Health Cooling Patch NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51316-976 | Menthol 5 g/100g Patch | CVS Pharmacy, Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is CVS Health Cooling Patch used for?
Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints: arthritis, simple backache, bursitis, tendonitis, muscle strains, bruises and cramps
Who makes CVS Health Cooling Patch?
CVS Health Cooling Patch is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS Pharmacy, Inc.