Frequently Asked Questions

When should Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE NOT be used?

The product should not be used on the face or rashes, on wounds or damaged skin, with a heating pad, when sweating (such as from exercise or heat), if allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs, with any patch from a pouch that has been open for 14 or more days, or right before or after heart surgery. Do not use during the last 3 months of pregnancy because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. If you are under 18 years of age, do not use this product. It has not been shown to work in children.

Is Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE Safe?

The original Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch had a proven clinical effectiveness and safety profile. The patch had been tested in clinical trials involving over 800 patients.

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What is an NSAID?

An NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) is indicated for symptomatic relief of conditions where pain is present.

What are the active ingredients in Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE?

The active ingredients in this patch are Menthol and Methyl Salicylate.

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Methyl salicylate is hydrolyzed to salicylic acid in the skin. Its pharmacological actions are considered to be those of salicylic acid, and its mechanism of action is reported to be due to an inhibitory effect on prostaglandin biosynthesis. Methyl salicylate is also considered to have a counterirritant effect (Futami et al., 1984).

Menthol acts as a counterirritant, and has been reported to have analgesic effects, including local anesthetic actions, secondary to the activation of endogenous opioid receptors (Taniguchi et al., 1994). It has also been reported that l-menthol significantly suppresses the production of inflammatory mediators (LTB4, PGE2, and IL-1 beta) by monocytes in vitro (Juergens et al., 1998).

Can Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE be taken along with oral pain relief products?

Please consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product. The chance of a stomach bleed is small but higher if you take other drugs containing an NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others). Consult a doctor is you are taking a diuretic. Only one patch may be used at a time.

What are the benefits of applying Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE instead of taking a pill?

Using a patch allows for direct delivery of the active ingredient to the site of the pain and provides the option of discontinuing medication use. While many oral non-prescription pain relief medications require a dose every 4-6 hours, the effectiveness of Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE lasts up to 12 hours.

Can children use Salonpas® products?

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All Salonpas® products, except Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE, can be used for children 12 years old and over. The Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE is only approved for usage for adults aged 18+. Parents should speak with a pediatrician before applying Salonpas® to a child.

What is the shelf-life/expiration date of Salonpas®?

The shelf-life of Salonpas® products are 2 to 3 years from the production date. The expiration date is on the box of each product.

Is there an odorless or odor-free Salonpas®?

There are number of unscented Salonpas® products. The Salonpas® LIDOCAINE PLUS Cream and Liquid, Salonpas® LIDOCAINE Pain Relieving Gel-Patch, and Salonpas® HOT are all unscented.

What will happen if I use Salonpas® products with other external analgesic patch, gel, and/or cream at the same time?

It is not recommended to use Salonpas® products with other external analgesic (patches, gels, creams, etc.) at the same time.

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