Cvs Medicated Heat
.025 mg · Patch
- Available without prescription
- Non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract
- Active substance
- Capsicum Extract
- Made by
- CVS Pharmacy
- Source
- Official label
Quoted from the official source. Not yet reviewed by Mediclarum — the leaflet in your pack is authoritative.
At a glance
Quoted from the official label · 2025-10-28
temporarily relieves minor pain of muscles and joints associated with: · arthritis simple backache strains sprains bruises
- Clean and dry affected area remove patch from film apply to affected area no more than 3 to 4 times daily do not wear patch for more than 8 hours
- Sold without a prescription
- FDA enforcement reports list no ongoing recall, and none from the last two years, for this product code · checked 2026-10-02
Every line above is selected, not written, from the official label. Nothing is reworded. DailyMed
What it is for
adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- clean and dry affected area remove patch from film apply to affected area no more than 3 to 4 times daily do not wear patch for more than 8 hours
- children under 12 years of age:
- consult a doctor
From the official label · 2025-10-28 · DailyMed
Do not take it if
on wounds or damaged skin with a heating pad
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Do Not Use”.
How to take it
These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.
Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive Woonsocket, RI 02895
Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.
Stop and get help if
condition worsens, symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present or irritation or rash develops a severe burning sensation occurs
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Stop Use”.
Other warnings
- For External use only Allergy alert:
- do not use
- if you are allergic to capsicum, chili peppers, or any ingredients in this product if prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult a doctor before use
- do not use otherwise than directed
- avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes do not bandage tightly discontinue use at least 1 hour before a bath or shower
- do not use immediately after a bath or shower
Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Pregnancy or Breast Feeding”.
Keep away from children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Keep Out of Reach of Children”.
How to store it
avoid storing product in direct sunlight protect product from excessive moisture
Quoted from the official label, section “Storage and Handling”.
What kind of medicine it is
- temporarily relieves minor pain of muscles and joints associated with:
- arthritis simple backache strains sprains bruises
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.
Other ingredients
Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.
lanolin, methyl salicylate, natural rubber, peppermint oil, petrolatum, rosin, zinc oxide
Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.
Ingredients people check for
Lactose, gluten, dyes, sugars and other ingredients that matter with an allergy, intolerance or diet — as this product’s FDA label lists them.
This label’s list of inactive ingredients names none of: lactose, wheat or gluten, colour dyes, sugars, sugar alcohols, alcohol (ethanol), aspartame (phenylalanine), gelatin, peanut oil, soy, parabens, sulfites, titanium dioxide.
Quoted from the FDA label. A label that does not name an ingredient is not a guarantee that the product is free of it, and formulations change. With an allergy, check the pack and ask a pharmacist.
Details
| Made by | CVS Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Capsicum Extract |
| Used in | Breathing, airways, allergies and cough |
| Strength | .025 mg |
| Form | Patch |
| Route | Topical |
| Packs | 3 PATCH in 1 POUCH / 1 PATCH in 1 PATCH |
| NDC | 69842-091 |
Source: NDC Directory · 2026-09-13 · not reviewed by a clinician
Source: US Food and Drug Administration, NDC Directory. Reuse terms: US government work (FDA).