Salonpas Pain Relief
Menthol, Methyl Salicylate · Patch · Percutaneous, Topical, Transdermal
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each patch) Menthol 3% Methyl salicylate 10% (NSAID : nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug)
Purpose
Purpose Topical analgesic
Uses
Uses Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: strains sprains simple backache arthritis bruises
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is small but higher if you: are age 60 or older have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug take other drugs containing an NSAID [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product take more or for a longer time than directed Do not use on the face or rashes on wouds or damaged skin if allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs with a heating pad when sweating (such as from exercise or heat) any patch from a pouch that has been open for 14 or more days right before or after heart surgery Ask a doctor before use if you are allergic to topical products the stomach bleeding warning applies to you you are taking a diuretic you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease When using this product wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach beeding. rash, itching or skin irritaion develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.
Do not use
Do not use on the face or rashes on wouds or damaged skin if allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs with a heating pad when sweating (such as from exercise or heat) any patch from a pouch that has been open for 14 or more days right before or after heart surgery Ask a doctor before use if you are allergic to topical products the stomach bleeding warning applies to you you are taking a diuretic you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease When using this product wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach beeding. rash, itching or skin irritaion develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you are allergic to topical products the stomach bleeding warning applies to you you are taking a diuretic you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease
When using this product
When using this product wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach beeding. rash, itching or skin irritaion develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 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. It is especially important not to use methyl salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.
Directions
Directions Adults 18 years and older: only use one patch at a time clean and dry affected area remove patch from backing film and apply to skin (see illustration) apply one patch to the affected area and leave in place for up to 8 to 12 hours if pain lasts after using the first patch, a second patch may be applied for up to another 8 to 12 hours do not use more than 2 patches per day do not use for more than 3 days in a row the used patch should be removed from the skin when a new one is applied Children under 18 years of age: do not use; this product has not been shown to work in children
Other information
Other information store at 20 - 25 degrees Celsius (68-77 degrees Fahrenheit) avoid storing product in direct sunlight protect product from excessive moisture some individuals may not experience pain relief until several hours after applying the patch
Inactive ingredients
Inactive inredients alicyclic saturated hydrocarbon resin, baking cloth, film, mineral oil, polyisobutylene, polyisobutylene 1,200,000, styrene-isoprene-styrene block copolymer, synthetic aluminum silicate
Questions?
Questions or comments? Toll free 1-87-SALONPAS www.salonpas.us
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc. (revised Mar 14, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Menthol in 2 products
- Methyl Salicylate in 2 products
Salonpas Pain Relief NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46581-670 | Menthol 31.5 mg/1; Methyl Salicylate 105 mg/1 Patch | Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc. | NDA |
| 46581-675 | Menthol 63 mg/1; Methyl Salicylate 210 mg/1 Patch | Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc. | NDA |
Frequently asked questions
What is Salonpas Pain Relief used for?
Uses Temporarily relieves mild to moderate aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: strains sprains simple backache arthritis bruises
Who makes Salonpas Pain Relief?
Salonpas Pain Relief is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc..