Camphor / Menthol / Tetracaine
Camphor/Menthol/Tetracaine is a topical medication combining counter-irritants (camphor and menthol) with a local anesthetic (tetracaine) to provide temporary relief from minor aches and pains of muscles and joints. This combination creates a dual-action effect where the anesthetic numbs the area while the counter-irritants produce warming and cooling sensations that help distract from pain. It is commonly used for conditions such as arthritis, backache, strains, sprains, and bruises.
A topical analgesic combination product for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1607011
- Generic
- Camphor / Menthol / Tetracaine
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- 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 arthritis, backache, strains, sprains, bruises, and sore muscles.
Tetracaine blocks sodium channels in nerve endings to provide local anesthesia and numbing, while camphor and menthol stimulate nerve endings in the skin to produce warming and cooling sensations that serve as counter-irritants, helping to mask deeper pain signals.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and broken or irritated skin. Do not bandage tightly or use with heating pads. Discontinue use if rash, burning, or excessive irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Consult a healthcare provider if pain persists beyond 7 days.
Official drug label
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