What is Aspercreme/Trolamine salicylate - non Rx used for?

This medicine is used to relieve minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis, strains, sprains, and simple backache.

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Aspercreme/Trolamine salicylate - non Rx be stored?

Store at room temperature (between 59 and 86 degrees F). Do not freeze

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When should Aspercreme/Trolamine salicylate - non Rx not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine you have severe kidney problems

What precautions should I follow when taking Aspercreme/Trolamine salicylate - non Rx?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Aspercreme/Trolamine salicylate - non Rx?

This medicine is for external use only and should be used as directed by the physician

What are the side effects of Aspercreme/Trolamine salicylate - non Rx?

Most severe: Skin irritation, skin burn (if used with external heat like a heating pad)

Most common:  Nausea; vomiting; diarrhea.

Other: None

How should I take Aspercreme/Trolamine salicylate - non Rx?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. This medicine is for or external use only. For adults and children 2 years of age and older, apply to the affected area no more than 3 or 4 times daily. Affected area may be wrapped loosely with a 2- or 3-inch elastic bandage. Consult your health care provider about using this medicine in children under 2 years of age. Do not apply to irritated skin or if excessive irritation develops. Avoid contact with the eyes. Wash hands well after each use. If condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and occur again within a few days, discontinue use of this product and consult your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medicines without talking with your health care provider. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised to by your health care provider.