Boroleum
Generic name:methyl salicylate topical [ METH-il-sa-LISS-il-ate-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand names: BENGAY Arthritis, Boroleum, Castiva Cooling, Eucalyptamint, Exocaine Plus,
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Drug class:Topical rubefacient
What is Boroleum?
Boroleum (for the skin) is used for temporary relief of minor aches and pains caused by strains, sprains, arthritis, bruising, nerve pain, simple backache, or pain in the lower spine.
Boroleum may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.
Before taking this medicine
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Boroleum is safe to use if you have ever had an allergy (especially to aspirin or other salicylates).
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you breastfeed, avoid applying this medicine to your nipple area.
Do not use this medicine on a child without medical advice.
How should I use Boroleum?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.
Apply only to clean and dry skin. Avoid applying over large areas of skin.
Do not apply to an open wound or to skin that is blistered, sunburned, windburned, otherwise irritated.
Only certain forms of this medicine are for use in young children. Follow all directions when using this medicine on a child.
Apply a thin layer of medicine to the painful area and rub in gently.
Apply the skin patch over the area of pain and press the edges firmly. Remove the patch and apply a new one as directed.
Shake the spray well just before each use.
Wash your hands with soap and water after applying this medicine or handling a skin patch. To keep from getting this medicine on your fingers, apply it using a rubber glove, finger cot, cotton ball, or clean tissue.
If using the medicine to treat an area of your hands or fingers, wait at least 30 minutes before washing your hands.
Do not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor if your pain does not improve after 7 days, or if your symptoms get worse or get better and then come back in a few days.
