Benzyl Alcohol / Menthol
Benzyl Alcohol/Menthol is a topical combination medication used for temporary relief of minor pain, itching, and discomfort associated with muscle aches, insect bites, and skin irritations. Menthol creates a cooling sensation that helps distract from pain, while Benzyl Alcohol provides mild numbing effects. This over-the-counter treatment is applied directly to the skin.
A topical analgesic combining menthol's cooling sensation with benzyl alcohol's mild anesthetic properties for temporary relief of minor skin discomfort.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1364573
- Generic
- Benzyl Alcohol / Menthol
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of minor aches and pains in muscles and joints, itching and discomfort from insect bites, sunburn, and minor skin irritations. Often found in anti-itch creams, muscle rubs, and sunburn relief products.
Menthol activates cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin, creating a cooling sensation and mild local anesthetic effect that helps mask pain and itching. Benzyl Alcohol provides additional topical anesthetic and antiseptic properties.
For external use only; avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, and broken or irritated skin. Do not apply to large areas of the body or use with tight bandages. Keep out of reach of children. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if condition worsens or clears then returns.
Official drug label
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