CVS Hot and Cold Balm
- Manufacturer
- CVS
- Effective date
- 2024-12-11
- Label type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- Version
- 5
- Source
- legacy-cache
- Hydrated at
- 2026-08-01 20:46:57
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OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Menthol 7.6%
Methyl Salicylate 29%
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Topical analgesic
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
temporarily relieves minor pain associated with
arthritis
simple backache
muscle strains
sprains
bruises
cramps
WARNINGS SECTION
For External use only
Allergy alert
If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using the product
Use only as directed. Read and follow all directions and warnings on this label
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
rare cases of serious burns have been reported with products of this type
do not apply to wounds or damaged, broken or irritated skin
do not bandage tightly or apply local heat (such as heating pads) or a medicated patch to the area of use
do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics
a transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in seven days
if severe burning sensations occurs, discontinue use immediately
do not expose the area treated with product to heat or direct sunlight
avoid applying into skin folds
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens
redness is present
irritation develops
symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
you experience signs injury, such as pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222)
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions adults and children over 12 years:
apply a thin layer to affected area
massage into painful area until thoroughly absorbed into skin
repeat as necessary, but more than 4 times daily
AFTER APPLYING, WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER children 12 years or younger: ask a doctor
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Paraffin, white petrolatum
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
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- CVS Hot and Cold Balm
- Menthol 7.6% Methyl Salicylate 29%
- WHITE PETROLATUM
- PARAFFIN
- MENTHOL
- METHYL SALICYLATE
- SALICYLIC ACID
NDC Codes#
| Product NDC | Package NDC |
|---|---|
| 51316-999 | 51316-999-10 |
Ingredients#
Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.
| Name | UNII | Kind |
|---|---|---|
| WHITE PETROLATUM | B6E5W8RQJ4 | IACT |
| PARAFFIN | I9O0E3H2ZE | IACT |
| MENTHOL | L7T10EIP3A | ACTIB |
| METHYL SALICYLATE | LAV5U5022Y | ACTIB |
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| Brand | Generic | Manufacturer | SPL set ID | Effective date | Available safety fields | Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 471acd65-abdb-b838-e063-6294a90a9d69 | d166781d-a506-758a-e053-2995a90a5bc7 | 2025-12-29 | Warnings | d166781d-a506-758a-e053-2995a90a5bc7 |
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