Walgreens Cool N Heat Back Patch
50 mg/g · Patch
- Available without prescription
- Active substance
- Menthol
- Made by
- Walgreen Co.
- 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 · 2026-03-27
Topical analgesic
- Simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains
- 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
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:
- simple backache arthritis strains bruises sprains
From the official label · 2026-03-27 · DailyMed
Do not take it if
- on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin with a heating pad
- if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product
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.
- Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- remove backing from patch by firmly grasping both ends and gently pulling until backing separates in the middle place exposed portion of patch backing to affected area and press to skin carefully remove the remaining film while pressing the patch firmly on the skin use on affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. use one patch per application discard after use reseal pouch after opening wash hands after applying and removing patch
- Children under 12 years of age:
- consult a physician
Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.
Stop and get help if
condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present or excessive irritation occurs you experience severe burning, pain, swelling, or blistering where the product is applied
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Stop Use”.
Other warnings
- For external use only
- Do not use on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin with a heating pad
- When using this product use only as directed do not bandage tightly
- avoid contact with the yes or mucous membranes do not expose the area to local heat or direct sunlight a transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days
- avoid applying into skin folds
- 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 redness is present or excessive irritation occurs you experience severe burning, pain, swelling, or blistering where the product is applied If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- use only as directed do not bandage tightly
- avoid contact with the yes or mucous membranes do not expose the area to local heat or direct sunlight a transient burning sensation may occur upon application but generally disappears in several days
- avoid applying into skin folds
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 right away.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Keep Out of Reach of Children”.
Other information
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) store in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Other Information”.
What kind of medicine it is
Topical analgesic
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.
Other ingredients
Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.
Cellulose Gum, Dihydroxyaluminum Aminoacetate, Glycerin, Kaolin, Methylparaben, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Polyacrylic Acid, Polysorbate 80, Povidone, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tartaric Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Water.
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.
- Parabens
Methylparaben; Propylparaben
Preservatives some people prefer to avoid or are sensitive to. - Titanium dioxide
Titanium Dioxide
A whitening agent no longer allowed in food in the EU (E171).
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.
Every version of this medicine (12)
The same active substance, strength and kind of form, from every company that sells it — with what each label lists.
Showing 12 of 12
- Walgreens Cool N Heat Back PatchThis oneWithout prescriptionWalgreen Co.ParabensTitanium dioxide
- Cvs Cold and HotWithout prescriptionCVS PharmacyAlcohol (ethanol)ParabensTitanium dioxide
- Goodsense Extra Strength Cold and Hot MedicatedWithout prescriptionGeiss, Destin and Dunn, Inc.Alcohol (ethanol)ParabensTitanium dioxide
- Gerigentle Frostyheat Pain Relief Patch Arm and NeckWithout prescriptionGeri-Gentle CorporationParabensTitanium dioxide
- Gerigentle Frostyheat Pain Relief Patch BackWithout prescriptionGeri-Gentle CorporationParabensTitanium dioxide
- Signature Care Cold and Hot MedicatedWithout prescriptionSafewaySugar alcohols
- Topcare Cold and Hot MedicatedWithout prescriptionTopco Associates LLCAlcohol (ethanol)ParabensTitanium dioxide
- Equate Cool and Heat Extra StrengthWithout prescriptionWal-Mart Stores IncSugar alcohols
- Equate Menthol Pain RelievingWithout prescriptionWal-Mart Stores IncSugar alcohols
- Walgreens Cold Therapy Pain Relieving PatchWithout prescriptionWalgreen Co.Titanium dioxide
- Walgreens Cool N Heat Patch XlWithout prescriptionWalgreen Co.ParabensTitanium dioxide
- Winco Cold and Hot Medicated Patch LargeWithout prescriptionWINCO FOODS, LLCAlcohol (ethanol)ParabensTitanium dioxide
Details
| Made by | Walgreen Co. |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Menthol |
| Strength | 50 mg/g |
| Form | Patch |
| Route | Topical |
| Packs | 5 PATCH in 1 BOX / 11 g in 1 PATCH |
| NDC | 0363-6657 |
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).
Same active substance
These contain the same substance. That does not mean one can replace another — ask a pharmacist.