Quick answers
- What is Capsaicin and menthol used for?
- The Drug Facts label of Eagle Brand Medicated Plaster Extra Strength (Borden Company (Private) Limited) lists these uses: For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with; simple backache; arthritis; strains; bruises; sprains..
- Do I need a prescription for Capsaicin and menthol?
- 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 Capsaicin and menthol 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.
Eagle Brand Medicated Plaster Extra Strength · Borden Company (Private) Limited
Capsaicin 0.025% · Menthol 1.25%, patch (topical)
Active ingredient
Menthol 1.25% Capsaicin 0.025% Purpose External Analgesic
Purpose
External Analgesic
Uses
For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with
- simple backache
- arthritis
- strains
- bruises
- sprains.
Warnings
For external use only
When using this product
- Avoid contact with eyes or on mucous membranes.
- Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin.
- Do not bandage tightly.
- Do not apply wiht external heat, such as heating pad.
Do not use
otherwise than as directed Stop use and ask doctor if
- Condition worsens.
- Symptoms persist for more than 7 days.
- Clear up and occur again within a few days, discontinue use of this product and consult a doctor.
- Skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, excessive irritation, burning sensation, swelling or blistering occurs.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
Ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Centre right away.
Directions
Adults and children 12 years of age and above:
- Clean and dry affected area before applying.
- Do not leave the patch on skin for more than 8 hours.
- Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under 12 years of age:
- Do not use, consult a doctor.
Other information
- Avoid storing product in direct sunlight.
- Protect product from excessive moisture.
Inactive ingredients
Carboxymethylcellulose sodium, Dihydroxyaluminum aminoacetate, Glycerin, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Kaolin, Mineral oil, Petrolatum, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylic acid, Polysorbate, Povidone, Propylene glycol, Sodium polyacrylate, Tartaric acid, Titanium dioxide, Water, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)propane-1,2-diol
Questions?
If there are any questions or to report serious side effects, call 1-800-777-6717 or 1-800-645-0769.
— FDA label of Eagle Brand Medicated Plaster Extra Strength, Borden Company (Private) Limited, effective March 10, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
PURE EASE Neur Cream Instant Deep Pain Relief · Serenu, Inc.
Capsaicin 0.25 mg/mL · Menthol 80 mg/mL, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Capsaicin 0.025%, Menthol 8.00% Purpose Topical Analgesic
Purpose
Topical Analgesic
Uses
- For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints, associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains.
- Provides cooling pain relief.
Warnings
- For external use only Do Not use
- On damaged or broken skin.
When using this product
- Keep out of eyes. Rines with water to remove
- Do not bandage tightly.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- Rash or irritation develops and lasts.
- Condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help, or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Directions
- Adults and children 2 years of age and older : Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.
- Children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe Vera Gel) Juice, Aqua (Deioinzed Water), L-Arginine-Monohydrochloride, HCL, Amica Montana FlowerExtract, Ascorbyl Phosphate (Liposomal Vitamin C), Boswellia Serrata Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cannabis Saliva (Hemp) SeedOil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin 12), Emu Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil, Ilex Paraguariensis (Verba Mate') Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Methyl Salicylate, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), Phenoxyethanol, Phospholipids, Sorbitan Olivate, Stearic Acid, Urea, Xanthan Gum, Zemea (Com) Propanediol, Zingiber Officinalis (Ginger) Extract.
Questions?
302-425-1815
— FDA label of PURE EASE Neur Cream Instant Deep Pain Relief, Serenu, Inc., effective November 13, 2023. See the official label on DailyMed →
Menthozen Hydrogel · Village Pharma LLC
Capsaicin 0.03% · Menthol, unspecified form 4%, patch (topical)
Active ingredient
Menthol 4.00% Capsaician 0.03% External Analgesic
Purpose
External Analgesic
Uses
For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of the muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains.
Warnings
For external use only. Use only as directed.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Do not apply to open wounds or damaged skin.
Do not use
- in combination with any external heat source.
Do not use
on irritated or broken skin, or use in combination with any bandage, wrap, stocking or similar device or garment.
Keep out of reach of children
Do not use
if allergic to Menthol. Stop use and consult physician
- if symptoms worsen or persist for more than 7 days.
- Stop use if itching or excessive skin irritation occurs. If pregnant or breast feeding,
- contact physician prior to use
Directions
Adults and children 12-years and over: Apply to affected area; change patch 1-2 times dily. Children under 12, consult a physician before use. : How to Apply Remove patch from backing and apply directly to area of pain. Do not apply to affected area more than three times daily. Use only one patch at a time. Wash hands with soap and water immediately after application. Reseal pouch containg unused patches.
Inactive ingredients
Aqua (Deionized Water), Sodium Polyacrylate, Glycerol, D-Glucitrol, Sodium Cellulose Glycolate, Polysorbate-80, Lemon Oil, Aluminum Glycinate, Methylparaben, EDTA Disodium Salt
— FDA label of Menthozen Hydrogel, Village Pharma LLC, effective January 1, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Diabecin CS Cream · Puretek Corporation
Capsaicin 0.05% · Menthol 2%, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Menthol 2% Capsaicin 0.05% Purpose Menthol -Topical Analgesic Capsaicin- Topical Analgesic
Purpose
Menthol -Topical Analgesic Capsaicin- Topical Analgesic
Uses
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains.
Warnings
For external use only
- This is not a face cream. Do not apply to the face.
Do not use
at the same time with other topical analgesics.
Do not use
if allergic to chili peppers or if past allergic reaction to capsaicin.
- Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin.
- Do not bandage tightly.
- Do not apply within 1 hour before or after bath, shower, hot tub, sauna, or vigorous exercise. Warm water, perspiration, or open pores can intensify the impact of this product and burning sensation.
Do not use
with heating pad, hot water bottle or other source of heat. Doing so can increase risk of serious burn.
When using this product
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- condition worsens
- symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- Adults and children 2 years of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under 2 years of age: do not use, consult a doctor.
- Apply sparingly to affected area not more than 4 times daily. However, for first use, apply to small area to test for sensitivity or skin reaction.
- Gently massage into the skin until fully absorbed.
- Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly after each application to avoid spreading to the eyes or other sensitive mucous membranes.
Other information
Store in a cool well-ventilated area away from heat. Keep away from sparks or open flame. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Avoid excessive heat. Do not use if package is damaged.
Inactive ingredients
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Aqua (Purified Water), Arnica Montana (Arnica) Flower Extract, Beta-Sitosterol, Bisabolol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Dimethicone, DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Escin, Ginkgo Biloba (Ginkgo) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Isopropyl Myristate, Laureth-7, Lecithin, Maltodextrin, Myristyl Myristate, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Nylon-12, PEG-100 Stearate, Peucedanum Ostruthium (Masterwort) Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Pyridoxine HCl (Vitamin B6), Silica, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract.
— FDA label of Diabecin CS Cream, Puretek Corporation, effective June 10, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
PT Elite Premium Pain Relief · Pt Elite Products LLC
Capsaicin 0.35 mg/mL · Menthol 40 mg/mL, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Capsaicin 0.035% Menthol 4.000 % Purpose Topical Analgesic
Purpose
Topical Analgesic
Uses
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains.
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
on damaged or broken skin.
When using this product
Avoid contact with the eyes. Do not bandage tightly.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
rash or irritation develops and lasts. condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use
Directions
Adults and children 2 years of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Arnica Montana Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceteareth-20, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethyl Sulfone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract, Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Squalane, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, Water (Aqua)
Questions?
702-665-4054
— FDA label of PT Elite Premium Pain Relief, Pt Elite Products LLC, effective July 23, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Parche Caliente · Dw Support LLC
Capsaicin 0.025% · Menthol 1.5%, patch (topical)
Purpose
OTC - Purpose Topical Analgesic
Uses
& Usage For the temporary relief of 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
- if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this product
When using this product
- use only as directed
- avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes
- do not bandage tightly
- discontinue use at least 1 hour before bathing or showering
- do not use immediately after bathing or showering
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, excessive irritation, burning sensation, swelling or blistering occur
- conditions worsen or symptoms persist for more than 7 days
- symptoms 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
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Dosage & Administration Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- Clean and dry the affected area.
- Remove patch from film and apply to the skin.
- Apply 1 patch at a time to affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily.
- Remove patch from skin after at most 8 hours of application. Children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Arnica Extract, Aloe Vera Extract, Sunflower Extract, Rhubarb Extract, Myrrh Gum, Natural Rubber, Zinc Oxide, Adhesive
— FDA label of Parche Caliente, Dw Support LLC, effective August 26, 2026. 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.
Capsaicin 0.025% · Menthol 1.25% · patch (topical) · 3 products
Capsaicin 0.25 mg/mL · Menthol 80 mg/mL · cream (topical) · 2 products
Capsaicin 0.03% · Menthol, unspecified form 4% · patch (topical) · 2 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Menthozen Hydrogel | Proficient Rx LP | DailyMed |
| Menthozen Hydrogel | Village Pharma LLC | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.05% · Menthol 2% · cream (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Diabecin CS Cream | Puretek Corporation | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.35 mg/mL · Menthol 40 mg/mL · cream (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| PT Elite Premium Pain Relief | Pt Elite Products LLC | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.025% · Menthol 1.5% · patch (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Parche Caliente | Dw Support LLC | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.025% · Menthol 1.5% · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| BLUE SPRING Foot and Leg Comfort Cream with Pain Relief | Blue Spring Wellness, L.L.C. | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.025% · Menthol 10% · gel (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Capzasin Quick Relief | Chattem, Inc. | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.083% · Menthol 3% · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Coralite Pain Relief Hot | United Exchange Corporation | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.032% · Menthol 2% · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Magsoothium Body | Ubu/Elements, Inc. | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.083 g/1001 · Menthol 3 g/1001 · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| PAIN RELIEF HOT Patch | Henan Enokon Medical Instrument Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.25 mg/mL · Menthol 15 mg/mL · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| EMU THERAPY Red Hot Pepper Pain Relief Cream | Aca Management LLC | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 16 mg/1001 · Menthol 24 mg/1001 · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| DRAVYNOR TOPICAL ANALGESIC HEAT Patch | Wenzhou Yuyuan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.25% · Menthol 5% · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Menthol pain relief patches | Menthol pain relief patch | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 83 mg/100 g · Menthol 3% · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 3% Menthol plus 0.083% Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch | Xuzhou Lanting Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.25 mg/mL · Menthol 50 mg/mL · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| MiloRod Ultra Muscle Rub Fast-Acting Pain Relief | Milo Rod Import & Export, Inc. | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.0375% · Menthol, unspecified form 5% · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Topical Pain Relief Patch | Foshan Aqua Gel Biotech Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Capsaicin 0.083% · Menthol, unspecified form 3% · patch (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Pain Relief Hot Patch | Universal Distribution Center LLC | 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.
- Serenu, Inc.2 products
- Puretek Corporation1 product
- Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc.1 product
- Pt Elite Products LLC1 product
- Dw Support LLC1 product
- Borden Company (Private) Limited1 product
- Blue Spring Wellness, L.L.C.1 product
- Chattem, Inc.1 product
- United Exchange Corporation1 product
- Ubu/Elements, Inc.1 product
- Henan Enokon Medical Instrument Co., Ltd.1 product
- Aca Management LLC1 product
- Wenzhou Yuyuan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.1 product
- Menthol pain relief patch1 product
- Xuzhou Lanting Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd1 product
- Veridian Healthcare1 product
- Milo Rod Import & Export, Inc.1 product
- Village Pharma LLC1 product
- Foshan Aqua Gel Biotech Co., Ltd.1 product
- Universal Distribution Center LLC1 product
- Proficient Rx LP1 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.