Equate Cool and Heat
Menthol, Methyl salicylate · Cream · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Menthol 5%
Purpose
Purpose Menthol - Topical analgesic
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to arthritis simple backache strains sprains bursitis tendonitis bruises cramps
Warnings
Warnings For external use only When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with eyes or on mucous membranes do not apply to wounds or to damaged or very sensitive skin do not bandage tightly or use a heating pad Stop use and ask a doctor if excessive redness or irritation is present condition worsens pain persists for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
When using this product
When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with eyes or on mucous membranes do not apply to wounds or to damaged or very sensitive skin do not bandage tightly or use a heating pad
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if excessive redness or irritation is present condition worsens pain persists for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions adults and children 12 years and over: apply patch to affected area as needed but no more than 4 times daily children under 12 years: ask a doctor for easy application: grasp both ends of pad firmly, pull at both ends. Stretch pad until the backing separates. Remove protective film while applying pad directly to site of pain.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients carbomer homopolymer, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, castor oil, dihydroxyaluminum aminoacetate, edetate disodium, glycerin, hydroxypropyl cellulose, kaolin, partially neutralized polycrylate, polyvinyl alcohol, purified water, sorbitol solution, tartaric acid
Questions?
Questions? Call: 1-888-287-1915
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Wal-Mart Stores Inc (revised Mar 25, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Menthol, Unspecified Form in 2 products
- Methyl Salicylate in 1 product
Equate Cool and Heat NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49035-470 | Menthol, Unspecified Form 100 mg/g; Methyl Salicylate 300 mg/g Cream | Wal-Mart Stores Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 49035-888 | Menthol, Unspecified Form 50 mg/1 Patch | Wal-Mart Stores Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Equate Cool and Heat used for?
Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to arthritis simple backache strains sprains bursitis tendonitis bruises cramps
Who makes Equate Cool and Heat?
Equate Cool and Heat is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Wal-Mart Stores Inc.