{"active_ingredient":["The active ingredient is capsicum oleoresin containing 0.075% capsaicin in Theragen HP."],"do_not_use":["Do not use on wounds or damaged or irritated skin. Discontinue use if irritation develops. Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor."],"dosage_and_administration":["Use 3 to 4 times daily, every day.Wash hands immediately after using.If applied to the joints of the hands or fingers allow Theragen HP to penetrate up to one half hour before washing.Gently rub until fully absorbed."],"effective_time":"20120111","id":"195c7536-24c3-4944-b3f3-c5af41ad355d","inactive_ingredient":["Acetylated lanolin alcohol,acrylates C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, cetyl acetate,cetyl alcohol,methylparaben,PEG-20 methyl glucose distearate,propylene glycol,propylparaben,purified water,steareth-100,stearic acid,stearyl alcohol,triethanolamine."],"indications_and_usage":["For temporary pain relief of arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) when used as directed. Other pain that is a result of sprains, strains, bruises and simple backache can also be temporarily relieved. Theragen should be used 3-4 times daily, every day. Regular application is necessary for maximum pain relief as Theragen's active ingredient (capsaicin) usually needs time to develop its full range of effectiveness. With subsequent applications, it is usually noticed that the pain is reduced more than when first used. Hands should be washed immediately after using unless application is being made to the joints of the hands or fingers. In this case, allow Theragen HP to penetrate up to one half hour before washing. During this time, do not touch lips,eyes, nose, or any mucous membrane. When applying Theragen to other type joints, apply to front, back and sides. Gently rub until fully absorbed. A feeling of warmth and/or a burning sensation may be felt when applied. The intensity of this sensation can vary among individuals, with some being particularly sensitive. Externally applied heat, such as warm water, may intensify the burning. However, with continued, consistent use, this initial discomfort usually diminishes. Therefore, to observer maximum benefit with minimal discomfort, regular, continued usage in recommended."],"keep_out_of_reach_of_children":["In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately."],"openfda":{},"package_label_principal_display_panel":["Unit Carton"],"purpose":["Analgesic"],"set_id":"33c11c2e-2356-4512-9446-5b2412a8c726","spl_product_data_elements":["Theragen HP Capsicum Oleoresin Capsaicin Capsaicin WATER CARBOMER 1342 PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYLPARABEN STEARETH-100 CETYL ALCOHOL STEARYL ALCOHOL STEARIC ACID PROPYLPARABEN TROLAMINE Stearic Acid"],"spl_unclassified_section":["MODE OF ACTION: Theragen's active ingredient is believed to work by altering the way pain in communicated to the brain by nerves and nerve endings from sore joints, sprains and strains. This is usually accomplished with the release of chemicals by nerve endings at the pain site. These chemicals cause a conduction of the message of pain along nerves leading to the brain. Theragen's active ingredient is thought to slow down conduction of this chemical pain messenger along the nerve paths and even to block its production."],"stop_use":["Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, irritation develops."],"version":"6","warnings":["For external use only. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, irritation develops. Do not use on wounds or damaged or irritated skin. Discontinue use if irritation develops. Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. avoid contact with eyes, lips,nose,any mucous membrane.When using this product do not bandage tightly or use any heat source (pads, compresses, warm water, etc.) with applications of Theragen HP. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately."],"when_using":["avoid contact with eyes, lips,nose,any mucous membrane.When using this product do not bandage tightly or use any heat source (pads, compresses, warm water, etc.) with applications of Theragen HP."]}