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Medically reviewed by Kovalenko Svetlana Olegovna, PharmD. Last updated on 24.04.2022
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Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) topical (for the skin) is used for temporary relief of muscle or joint pain caused by strains, sprains, arthritis, bruising, or backaches.
Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Massage the cream gently into affected area tds-qds.
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Broken or inflamed skin; use under occlusive dressings or heating pads. Childn <12 yr.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Make sure your skin is clean and dry before you apply Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) topical.
Do not apply Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) to open wounds, or to skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or otherwise irritated.
When using Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) topical cream, gel, lotion, oil, ointment, or spray: apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub in gently until completely absorbed.
To use the liquid or stick, uncap the applicator and press it firmly on your skin to apply the medication. Massage gently onto the affected are until completely absorbed.
To apply a Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) topical skin patch, remove the liner and apply the patch to your skin over the area of pain. Press the edges firmly into place. Remove the patch and apply a new patch 1 or 2 times daily if needed.
Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) topical may be used up to 4 times daily or as directed on the medicine label.
Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after applying Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) topical or handling the skin patch. If you have applied the medicine to your hands or fingers to treat pain in those areas, wait at least 30 minutes before washing your hands.
To keep the medication from getting on your fingers when you apply it, you may use a rubber glove, finger cot, cotton ball, or clean tissue to apply the medicine.
Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) can cause a cold or burning sensation wherever it is applied. This sensation is usually mild and should gradually lessen over time.
If the burning sensation is painful or causes significant discomfort, wash the treated skin area with soap and cool water. Get medical attention right away if you have severe burning, pain, swelling, or blistering.
Do not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad, which can increase the burning sensation. You may cover the skin with clothing.
Avoid getting this medication in your eyes. If this does happen, rinse with water.
Also avoid getting this medication on contact lenses, dentures, and other items that come into contact with sensitive areas of your body.
Avoid applying Methyl Salicylate (Ben Gay Ultra Strength) right after bathing or shaving. Using this medication on freshly shaved skin areas can cause severe skin irritation.
Call your doctor if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7 days, or if your symptoms get worse or get better and then come back in a few days.
Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat, in a place where children and pets cannot get to it.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Make sure your doctor knows if you have lung disease such as asthma, emphysema, chronic cough, or cough due to smoking. If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your doctor. Do not give this medicine to a child under 2 years of age. Make sure you do not use this medicine near heat, a microwave, oven, or open flame.
Do not add this medicine to hot water or any container where heating water, as it may cause burns. Do not use this medicine for a skin problem that has not been checked by your doctor.
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.