Camphor / Capsicum Extract / Menthol
This topical analgesic combines three active ingredients—camphor, capsicum extract, and menthol—that work together as counterirritants to provide temporary relief from minor muscle and joint pain. When applied to the skin, these ingredients create warming and cooling sensations that help distract from deeper aches and pains. It is commonly used for conditions such as muscle strains, arthritis, backache, and joint pain.
A topical pain reliever combining camphor, capsicum, and menthol for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint discomfort.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1009030
- Generic
- Camphor / Capsicum Extract / Menthol
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- Inflammation OTC Deep Pain Care Hot
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains. Commonly used for muscle soreness, joint stiffness, and arthritic pain.
This combination of counterirritants works by stimulating nerve endings in the skin. Camphor and capsicum create a warming sensation while menthol produces a cooling effect, helping to mask deeper pain signals. Capsaicin (from capsicum) may also deplete substance P, a neurotransmitter involved in pain signaling.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and broken or irritated skin. Do not bandage tightly or apply heat to the treated area. Wash hands thoroughly after application. Discontinue use if excessive skin irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children.
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