Quick answers
- What is Camphor (synthetic), levomenthol and methyl salicylate used for?
- The Drug Facts label of HealthWise 3x Medicated Pain Relief Patch 120 Bulk (Veridian Healthcare) lists these uses: For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints: arthritis, simple backache, muscle strains, muscle sprains, and bruises..
- Do I need a prescription for Camphor (synthetic), levomenthol and methyl salicylate?
- No. The products on this page are sold without a prescription (over the counter).
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredients, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Camphor (synthetic), levomenthol and methyl salicylate been recalled?
- No recall linked to these products appears in the FDA enforcement reports we use.
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
HealthWise 3x Medicated Pain Relief Patch 120 Bulk · Veridian Healthcare
Camphor (synthetic) 3.1 g · Levomenthol 6 g · Methyl salicylate 10 g, patch (topical)
Active ingredient
Active i ngredient s Camphor 3.1% Menthol 6% Methyl Salicylate 10%
Purpose
s Topical analgesic Topical analgesic Topical analgesic
Uses
For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints: arthritis, simple backache, muscle strains, muscle sprains, and bruises.
Warnings
- For external use only Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use.
Do not use
- More than one patch on your body at a time
- On wounds or damaged skin
- With a heating pad
- If you are allergic to any ingredients of this product.
When using this product
- Use only as directed and avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes or rashes
- Do not bandage tightly
Do not use
at the same time as other topical analgesics
- Dispose of used patch away from children and pets. Used patches still contain the drug product which can produce serious adverse effects if a child or pet chews or ingests the patch.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- Rash, itching, or excessive skin irritation develops
- Condition worsens
- Symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
and pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center 800-222-1222 right away.
Directions
Adults and children 12 years of age and over:
- Clean and dry affected area, free of lotions, ointments and creams. Remove patch from film, apply to affected area.Do not use more than one patch in a 8 hour period. Repeat as necessary. Maximum 3 patches per day. Discard patch after single use. Reseal pouch after opening. Children under 12 years of age:
- Consult a physician.
Other information
Store in a clean, dry place outside of direct sunlight. Protect from excessive moisture
Inactive ingredients
hydrogenated poly, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, petroleum, styrene/isoprene copolymer
— FDA label of HealthWise 3x Medicated Pain Relief Patch 120 Bulk, Veridian Healthcare, effective April 30, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
Satogesic · Sato Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Camphor (synthetic) 5 mg · Levomenthol 4 mg · Methyl salicylate 8 mg, patch (topical)
Active ingredient
dl-Camphor 0.5% l-Menthol 0.4% Methyl salicylate 0.8%
Purpose
dl-Camphor External analgesic l-Menthol External analgesic Methyl salicylate External analgesic
Uses
temporary relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with
- simple backache
- arthritis
- strains
- bruises
- sprains
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
- on irritated, broken, or damaged skin
- on wounds
- otherwise than as directed
When using this product
- avoid contact with the eyes or mucous membranes
- do not bandage the area tightly and do not apply local heat (heating pads, lamps, hot water in bags or bottles) because doing so can increase the risk of serious burns
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- condition worsens
- symptoms persist for more than 7 days
- symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
- excessive irritation of the skin develops
- nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, or skin rash occurs
- when using for pain of arthritis:
- pain persists for more than 10 days
- redness is present
- in conditions affecting children under 12 years of age
- you experience pain, swelling, or blistering of the skin (this product should not cause pain or skin damage) Warning - Rare cases of serious burns have been reported to occur on the skin where OTC external analgesics were applied. Read and follow all directions and warnings on this label.
Keep out of reach of children
to avoid accidental poisoning. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- Strip off the polyethylene film and place adhesive pad over affected area.
- Change pad 1 or 2 times a day
- Not for children under 4 years.
Other information
Warning - Rare cases of serious burns have been reported to occur on the skin where OTC external analgesics were applied. Read and follow all directions and warnings on this label.
Inactive ingredients
carbomer 940, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, dried aluminum hydroxide gel, edetate disodium, glycerin, malic acid, methacrylic acid and n-butyl acrylate copolymer, partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol, partially neutralized polyacrylate, PEG 60 hydrogenated castor oil, sorbitol, titanium dioxide, water.
— FDA label of Satogesic, Sato Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., effective July 31, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Sinsinpas Arex Pain Relieving Patch, Medium · Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Camphor (synthetic) 17.05 mg · Levomenthol 45.45 mg · Methyl salicylate 45.45 mg, patch (cutaneous, topical, transdermal)
Active ingredient
DL-Camphor 17.05 mg L-Menthol 45.45 mg Methyl Salicylate 45.45 mg
Purpose
Topical Analgesic
Uses
For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: arthritis simple backache strains bruises sprains
Warnings
For external use only on wounds or damaged skin if you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates with a heating pad with, or at the same time as, other external analgesic products.
When using this product
Do not use
other than directed Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and rashes
Stop use and ask a doctor if
Rash, itching, or excessive skin irritation develops Condition worsens Symptoms persist for longer than 7 days Symptoms clear up and reoccur within a few days If pregnant and/or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use
Keep out of reach of children
Directions
Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Clean and dry affected area Remove patch from film. Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily for 7 days. Remove patch from skin after at most 8 hours application. Children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Mentha Oil, Zinc Oxide, Benzyl Nicothinamide, Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Calcium Carbonate, Glyceryl Rosinate, Natural Rubber, Polyisobutylene, Polybutene, Quintone, Vanillyl Nonylamide, YSResin.
— FDA label of Sinsinpas Arex Pain Relieving Patch, Medium, Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., effective August 28, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Sinsinpas Arex Flex Gel Pain Relieving Patch · Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Camphor (synthetic) 96 mg · Levomenthol 76.8 mg · Methyl salicylate 57.6 mg, patch (topical)
Active ingredient
L-Menthol 76.8mg Methyl Salicylate 57.6mg DL-Camphor 96.0mg
Purpose
Topical Analgesic
Uses
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: Arthritis Simple backache Strains Bruises Sprains
Warnings
- For external use only Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use.
Do not use
on wounds or damaged skin if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product with a heating pad
When using this product
use only as directed avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and rashes
Stop use and ask a doctor if
skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, excessive irritation, burning sensation, swelling or blistering occur condition worsens symptoms persist for longer than 7 days symptoms clear up and reoccur within a few days
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use. Keep out or reach of children
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Adults and children 12 years of age and over:
- clean and dry affected area
- remove patch from film
- apply to affected area not more than 3 times daily
- remove patch from skin after at most 8 hours of application children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor
Other information
- avoid storing product in direct sunlight
- protect product from excessive moisture
Inactive ingredients
Butylated hydroxytoluene, Methylparaben, Polysorbate 80, Castor Oil, D-Sorbitol Solution, Concentrated Glycerin, Dihydroxyaluminum, Aminoacetate, Disodium Edetate Hydrate, Carboxymethylcellulose sodium, Kaolin, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Polyacrylate, Aloe Vera Gel, Gelatin, Nikasol TS-620, Tartaric Acid, Nonylic acid vanillyamide, Purified Water
— FDA label of Sinsinpas Arex Flex Gel Pain Relieving Patch, Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., effective October 7, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Knee Pain Relief Patch · Shenzhen Finona Information Technology Co., Ltd
Camphor (synthetic) 0.012 g · Levomenthol 0.057 g · Methyl salicylate 0.063 g, patch (topical)
Active ingredient
DL-Camphor 1.2% L-Menthol 5.7% Methyl Salicylate 6.3%
Purpose
Topical Analgesic
Uses
For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: Arthritis Strainsm Bruisesm Sprains
Warnings
For external use only. If you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates. With a heating pad. With, or at the same time as, other external analgesic products Use only as directed Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or rashes If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Clean and dry the affected area. Remove a patch from the film. Apply the patch to the affected area for not more than 3 to 4 times a day for 7 days. You can wear the patch for up to 8 hours per application. Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Consult a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Dried Ginger Cinnamon Orange Peel Glycerol
— FDA label of Knee Pain Relief Patch, Shenzhen Finona Information Technology Co., Ltd, effective November 12, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
AVON HeXashield Pain Relief for Muscle, Back and Joint Cream · Tai Guk Pharm. Co., Ltd.
Camphor (synthetic) 4% · Levomenthol 10% · Methyl salicylate 30%, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Camphor 4 % Menthol 10 % Methyl salicylate 30 %
Purpose
Topical analgesic
Uses
Temporary relieves the minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains
Warnings
For external use only.
Do not use
on wounds or damaged skin with a heating pad on a child under 12 years of age with arthritis-like conditions
Ask a doctor before use if
you have redness over the affected area.
When using this product
avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes do not banage tightly
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days excessive skin irritation occurs
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
use only as directed adults and children 12 years of age and older : apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 12 years of age : ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
glycerin, isopropyl myristate, lanolin, methylparaben, petrolatum, polysorbate 60, potassium cetyl phosphate, propylparaben, sorbitan monostearate, stearyl alcohol water
Questions?
Call toll free 1-800-FOR-AVON www.avon.com
— FDA label of AVON HeXashield Pain Relief for Muscle, Back and Joint Cream, Tai Guk Pharm. Co., Ltd., effective January 1, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredients, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Camphor (synthetic) 3.1 g · Levomenthol 6 g · Methyl salicylate 10 g · patch (topical) · 2 products
Camphor (synthetic) 5 mg · Levomenthol 4 mg · Methyl salicylate 8 mg · patch (topical) · 2 products
Camphor (synthetic) 17.05 mg · Levomenthol 45.45 mg · Methyl salicylate 45.45 mg · patch (cutaneous, topical, transdermal) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Sinsinpas Arex Pain Relieving Patch, Medium | Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 96 mg · Levomenthol 76.8 mg · Methyl salicylate 57.6 mg · patch (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Sinsinpas Arex Flex Gel Pain Relieving Patch | Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 0.012 g · Levomenthol 0.057 g · Methyl salicylate 0.063 g · patch (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Knee Pain Relief Patch | Shenzhen Finona Information Technology Co., Ltd | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 4% · Levomenthol 10% · Methyl salicylate 30% · cream (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| AVON HeXashield Pain Relief for Muscle, Back and Joint Cream | Tai Guk Pharm. Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 4% · Levomenthol 4% · Methyl salicylate 11% · gel (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaya Extra Strength Pain Relief Gel with Arnica | Avaria Health & Beauty Corp | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 5% · Levomenthol 4% · Methyl salicylate 10% · spray (topical) · 1 product
Camphor (synthetic) 0.4 mg · Levomenthol 1.8 mg · Methyl salicylate 2 mg · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Pain Relief | Kareway Product, Inc. | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 4.5 mg/mL · Levomenthol 4.2 mg/mL · Methyl salicylate 6.9 mg/mL · liquid (cutaneous, topical, transdermal) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Sinsin Mulpas | Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 34.1 mg · Levomenthol 90.9 mg · Methyl salicylate 90.9 mg · patch (topical, transdermal) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Sinsinpas arex patch large | Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 4% · Levomenthol 4% · Methyl salicylate 11% · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaya Extra Strength Pain Relief Cream with Hemp Seed Oil | Avaria Health & Beauty Corp | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 5% · Levomenthol 4% · Methyl salicylate 10% · lotion (topical) · 1 product
Camphor (synthetic) 5% · Levomenthol 6% · Methyl salicylate 10% · lotion (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Satohap Cool Type | Sato Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Camphor (synthetic) 70 mg/1.433 g · Levomenthol 56 mg/1.433 g · Methyl salicylate 42 mg/1.433 g · patch (transdermal) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Zenol Double Action | Ba Trade Inc | DailyMed |
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- Sato Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.5 products
- Sinsin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.4 products
- Veridian Healthcare2 products
- Avaria Health & Beauty Corp2 products
- Shenzhen Finona Information Technology Co., Ltd1 product
- Tai Guk Pharm. Co., Ltd.1 product
- Kareway Product, Inc.1 product
- Ba Trade Inc1 product
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.