Qroxin Patch

Generic name:menthol, capsaicin
Dosage form: patch
Drug class:Topical rubefacient

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 23, 2021.

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Warnings

For external use only

Use only as directed

Avoid contact with eyes and mucus membranes

Do not use on wounds or damaged skin

Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than seven days, or clear up and occur again within a few days, or rash, itching or excessive skin irritation occurs

Do not cover with bandage

Do not use if you are allergic to Menthol

Consult phsyciain for children under 12

Keep out of reach of children

Menthol 5.00%

Capsaicin 0.0375%

Water, glycerine, sodium polyacrylate, polysorbate 80, laoe vera gel juice, EDTA disodium salt, diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, iodoproynyl butylcabamate, proylparaben

Adults and children 12 years and over apply to affected area; change patch 1 to 2 times daily

Children under 12 years, consult physician before use

How to apply

• clean and dry affected area
• cut open pouch and remove patch
• remove protective fim and apply directly to area of pain
• apply to affected area not more than 3 times daily
• wash hands with soap after applying patch
• reseal pouch containing unused patches

Use for the temporary relief of minor aches and muscle pains associated wit harthritis, simple bachache, strains, muscle soreness and stiffness.

DESCRIPTION:

Qroxin (Menthol 5%/Capsaicin 0.0375%) is comprised of an adhesive material containing Menthol and Capsaicin which is applied to a woven polyester backing and covered with a PET film release line. The release liner is removed prior to application to the skin. The size of the patch is 12.5 cm x 8.5cm.

Menthol is checmically designated as 2-Isopropyl-5- methylcyclohexanol. It is colourless, hexagonal crystals, usually needle-like; fused masses or crystalline powder with a pleasant, peppermint-like odour. If has a melting point between 31°C to 36° C.

Capsaicin is chemically designated as (6E)-N-(4-Hydroxy-3- methoxybenzyl)-8-methyl-6-nonenamide. It is a crystalline white powder. It has a melting point of 65° C.

Each adhesive patch contains 850 mg of Menthol and 6.375 mg of Capsaicin. It also contains the following inactive ingredients: Water, Glcerin, Sodium Polyacrylate (2500...