Quick answers
- What is Menthol, (+)- used for?
- The Drug Facts label of CVS Pain Relief Lavender Scent (Cvs) lists these uses: Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains..
- Do I need a prescription for 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 ingredient, 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 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.
CVS Pain Relief Lavender Scent · Cvs
Menthol, (+)- 4%, gel (topical)
Active ingredient
Menthol 4%
Purpose
External Analgesic
Uses
Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains.
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable. Keep away from excessive heat or open flame.
When using this product
use only as directed. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes, do not apply to wounds or damaged skin, do no apply to irritated skin or if excessive irritation develops, do not bandage tightly or use with heating pad or device. Children 12 years of age and older: use only under adult supervision.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you experience pain, swelling, or blistering of the skin, condition worsens, symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Ask a health professional before use. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Adults and children of 12 years: rub a thin film over affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Wash hands after use with cool water. Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Arctium lappa root extract, arnica montana flower extract, boswellia carterii resin extract, calendula officinalis leaf extract, camellia sinensis leaf extract, carbomer, fragrance, isopropyl alcohol, magnesium sulfate, sodium hydroxide, water.
— FDA label of CVS Pain Relief Lavender Scent, Cvs, effective January 13, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Menthol 5% · Advanced Rx of Tennessee, LLC
Menthol, (+)- 500 mg/10 g, patch (transdermal)
Active ingredient (IN EACH PATCH)
Menthol 5%
Purpose
External Analgesic
Uses
Temporary relief from minor aches and pains of sore muscles and joints associated with: arthrits backache strains sprains
Warnings
For external use only. CONSULT WITH A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE CONTINUED USE IF YOU HAVE Sensitive Skin WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT Use only as directed Do not bandage tightly or use with heating pad or device Avoid contact with the eyes or mucous membranes Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin
Do not use
with other ointments,creams,sprays, or liniments Do not apply to irritated skin Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF Burning discomfort or excessive skin irritation develops, condition wrosens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and occur again within a few days IF YOU ARE PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING IF YOU ARE PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING: Consult with physician before use of this product. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN If accidentally ingested, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately
Directions
Adults and Children 12 Years of Age or Over: Clean and dry the affected area, partially peel back the protective film and apply the exposed patch to the site of pain. Carefully remove the remaining film while pressing patch to skin and leave in place for up to 8 hours. Use on affected areas not more than 4 times daily. Wash hands with cool water after use. Children Under 12 Years of Age: Consult physician.
Inactive ingredients
OTHER INGREDIENTS Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Boswellia Carterii Resin Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, Dihydroxyaluminum Aminoacetate, Edetate Disodium, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Kaolin, Tartaric Acid, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Polyacrylic Acid, Polysorbate 80, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Titanium dioxide, Water
Questions?
Call toll-free: (307) 410-3813 or Email: info@marcellahealth.com
— FDA label of Menthol 5%, Advanced Rx of Tennessee, LLC, effective August 8, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Deep Blue Mini · doTERRA International, LLC
Menthol, (+)- 10%, stick (topical)
Active ingredient
Purosose Menthol 10%......................Topical analgesic
Purpose
Uses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: • simple backache • arthritis • sprains • strains • bruises
Uses
for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: simple backache arthritis, sprains, strains, bruises
Warnings
For external use only
When using this product
- use only as directed
- avoid getting into the eyes or on mucous membranes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
- do not apply to wounds or damaged skin
- do not bandage tightly or use with a heating pad
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- irritation or redness occur
- nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, or skin rash occurs
- pain persists for more than 7 days, or redness is present, or in conditions affecting children under 12 years of age
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health care professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If accidentally ingested, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
adults and children over 12 years: apply generously to affected area. Repeat as necessary, but not more than 4 times daily. children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Tapioca Starch, Gaultheria procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Oil, Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Copaifera coriacea/langsdorffii/officinalis/ reticulata Resin Oil, Water (Aqua), Sambucus nigra Fruit Extract, Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Glyceryl Laurate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Mentha piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Cinnamomum camphora (Camphor) Oil, Eucalyptus globulus Leaf Oil, Tanacetum annuum Flower/Leaf/ Stem Oil, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Cananga odorata Flower Oil, Capsicum frutescens Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Lauric Acid, Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) Oil, Helichrysum italicum Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil, Citric Acid
Questions?
Call 1-800-411-8151
— FDA label of Deep Blue Mini, doTERRA International, LLC, effective May 15, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Jelvoxa Neck Pain Relieving · Wuhan Ruihengjie Technology Co., Ltd.
Menthol, (+)- 2%, patch (topical)
Active ingredient
Menthol 2% Purpose Topical analgesic
Purpose
Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache arthnitis strains bruises sprains
Uses
Directions Adults and children 12 years and older clean and dry the affected area remove protective film and apply 1 patch to the affected area remove after no more than 8 hours use up to 3 times daily
Warnings
For external use only.
Do not use
on wounds or damnaged skin with a heating pad on inritated or infected skin
When using this product
use only as directed avoid contact with eyes and mucous membrares do not bandage lightly
Stop use and ask a doctor if
conditions worsens symptoms clear up and occur again within a tew days symptoms persist far more than 7 days excessive irritation develops If pregnant or breast-leeding, ask a health professional before use
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Contral Center right away.
Directions
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Contral Center right away.
Inactive ingredients
Safflower Extract, Notoginseng Root Extract, Sichuan Pepper Extract, Spatholobus Stem Extract, Mugwort Leaf Oil Turpentine Oil, Wintergreen Oil, Camphor.
— FDA label of Jelvoxa Neck Pain Relieving, Wuhan Ruihengjie Technology Co., Ltd., effective August 22, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Cryomax Cooling · Life Wear Technologies
Menthol, (+)- 9.5%, gel (topical)
Active ingredient
Menthol 9.5%
Purpose
Topical Analgesic
Uses
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.
When using this product
avoid contact with eyes. Use only as directed. Do not bandage tightly or use with heating pad. Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin.
- Flammable: keep away from fire or flame.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, redness is present, excessive irritation of the skin develops. Ask a health professional before use. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
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: consult a physician. Clean the affected area. Shake the airless bottle and squeeze a small amount of the cooling foam gel onto hand and apply it to the affected area. Repeat as necessary.
Inactive ingredients
Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Leaf Extract, Alcohol Denat., Blue 1, Carbomer, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cinnamomum (Camphor) Bark Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Oil, Glycerin, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Leucadendron Cajoput Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Polyglyceeryl-4 Caprate, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Water, Yellow 5
— FDA label of Cryomax Cooling, Life Wear Technologies, effective November 13, 2023. 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 ingredient, 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.
Menthol, (+)- 4% · gel (topical) · 3 products
Menthol, (+)- 500 mg/10 g · patch (transdermal) · 2 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Menthol 5% | Advanced Rx of Tennessee, LLC | DailyMed |
| Menthol 5% | Marcella Health | DailyMed |
Menthol, (+)- 10% · stick (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Deep Blue Mini | doTERRA International, LLC | DailyMed |
Menthol, (+)- 2% · patch (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Jelvoxa Neck Pain Relieving | Wuhan Ruihengjie Technology Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Menthol, (+)- 9.5% · gel (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Cryomax Cooling | Life Wear Technologies | 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.
- Cvs2 products
- doTERRA International, LLC1 product
- Marcella Health1 product
- Tommie Copper, Inc.1 product
- Wuhan Ruihengjie Technology Co., Ltd.1 product
- Life Wear Technologies1 product
- Advanced Rx of Tennessee, LLC1 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.