Camphor / Menthol / Turpentine
This is a topical analgesic medication combining camphor, menthol, and turpentine oil to provide temporary relief of minor muscle and joint aches. It is commonly used for conditions such as backaches, arthritis pain, strains, and bruises. The combination creates a warming and cooling sensation that helps distract from pain.
Topical analgesic for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1551279
- Generic
- Camphor / Menthol / Turpentine
- 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 associated with muscles and joints, including backaches, arthritis, strains, sprains, bruises, and muscle soreness.
Camphor and menthol activate sensory receptors in the skin, producing a warming and cooling sensation that creates a counter-irritant effect to mask pain. Turpentine oil adds additional counter-irritant and mild analgesic properties.
For external use only. Do not apply to broken or irritated skin, wounds, or mucous membranes. Avoid tight bandaging and use only on intact skin. Do not use heat or heating pads with this product. Keep away from children. If irritation or rash develops, discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider.
Official drug label
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