BENGAY

Drug Name: BENGAY

BENGAY DESCRIPTION:
METHYL SALICYLATE & MENTHOL - TOPICAL (METH-ill-sal-ISS-ill-ate AND MEN-thall)

COMMON BENGAY BRAND NAME(S):
BenGay, Icy Hot, Mentholatum Deep Heat

BENGAY SIDE EFFECTS:
Redness or irritation may occur, especially in persons with sensitive skin. If this continues or skin becomes itchy, swollen or you develop a rash, notify your doctor. If applied to large areas or broken skin, the medication may be absorbed. Notify your doctor if you experience ringing in the ears, nausea or vomiting while using BENGAY. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE BENGAY:
BENGAY: BENGAY is for use on the skin only. Do not use on scraped, irritated or broken skin. To use, apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub in gently. Do not cover with a tight bandage or use with a heating pad as this may cause skin damage. Avoid use near the eyes and mucous membranes. Wash hands thoroughly after applying.

BENGAY USES:
This is used to relieve pain of muscle aches and sprains, rheumatism, arthritis and similar conditions.

BENGAY PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing illness or any allergies especially to aspirin or aspirin-like products. BENGAY should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

BENGAY DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including blood thinners. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

BENGAY OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

BENGAY NOTES:
If the condition for which this was prescribed does not appear to improve after 7 to 10 days, notify your health care professional.

MISSED BENGAY DOSE:
If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

BENGAY STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) as directed. Keep this and all medication out of the reach of children.