Aspercreme No Mess Warming Gel

Manufacturer
Chattem, Inc.
Effective date
2019-03-05
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
3
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-01 23:17:21

Label at a glance#

ProductAspercreme Warming No Mess
Active ingredientCAPSAICIN
Label structure8 sections

Indications and uses

temporarily relieves minor pain associated with: ■ arthritis ■ simple backache ■ muscle strains ■ sprains ■ bruises ■ cramps

Dosage and administration

adults 18 years of age and older: ■ apply a thin layer to affected area ■ using the sponge-top applicator, massage dispensed gel into painful area until thoroughly absorbed ■ repeat if necessary, but no more than 3 to 4 times daily ■ AFTER APPLYING, WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER children under 18 years of age : ask a doctor

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

ASPERCREME WARMING GEL

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Capsaicin 0.025%

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Topical analgesic

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

temporarily relieves minor pain associated with: ■ arthritis ■ simple backache ■ muscle strains ■ sprains ■ bruises ■ cramps

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

For external use only

When using this product

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

■ read inside of carton before using

■ use only as directed. Read and follow all directions and warnings on this carton.

■ avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes

■ rare cases of serious burns have been reported with products of this type

■ do not bandage tightly or apply local heat (such as heating pads) or a medicated patch to the area of use

■ do not apply to wounds or damaged, broken or irritated skin

■ do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics

■ discontinue use at least 1 hour before a bath or shower

■ a transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days

■ if severe burning occurs, discontinue use immediately and read inside carton for important information

■ do not expose the area treated with product to heat or direct sunlight

■ avoid applying into skin folds

Stop use and ask a doctor if

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

■ 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 of skin injury, such as pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children and pets.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions 

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

adults 18 years of age and older:

■ apply a thin layer to affected area

■ using the sponge-top applicator, massage dispensed gel into painful area until thoroughly absorbed

■ repeat if necessary, but no more than 3 to 4 times daily

■ AFTER APPLYING, WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER

children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, citric acid, disodium EDTA, ethylhexylglycerin, glycerin, methylparaben, propylene glycol, steareth-2, steareth-21, triethanolamine, water

Keep carton as it contains important information.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Aspercreme
WARMING
PAIN RELIEVING GEL
NO MESS GEL
APPLICATOR
Net wt 2.5 oz (70.8 g)

Aspercreme WARMING PAIN RELIEVING GEL NO MESS GEL APPLICATOR Net wt 2.5 oz (70.8 g)Aspercreme WARMING PAIN RELIEVING GEL NO MESS GEL APPLICATOR Net wt 2.5 oz (70.8 g)

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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
41167-192241167-1922-0

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BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
4613287f-5bd5-4242-95b1-21670cb9ee25f66e4467-835e-4ab3-9819-4cd05ecee9572022-03-21WarningsExact identifier
spl set id: f66e4467-835e-4ab3-9819-4cd05ecee957

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