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Creams, gels & patches

Products applied to the skin, grouped by active ingredient and current Drug Facts or prescribing information.

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Topicals

Topical diclofenac gel

Topical diclofenac is an NSAID applied to the skin. Current OTC Drug Facts labeling limits use to arthritis pain in specific joints and includes important directions and warnings.

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Menthol + camphor balms

Menthol and camphor appear together in topical balms, ointments, and roll-ons. A familiar brand name does not replace the active-ingredient panel because formulations and concentrations can differ.

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Capsaicin topicals

Capsaicin is used in several topical products. Concentration, formulation, labeled use, application directions, and warnings vary, so the exact label is the governing source.

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Lidocaine topicals

Lidocaine appears in patches, creams, gels, sprays, and other products. Not every lidocaine product is labeled for arthritis or joint pain, so the exact indication and body area must be checked.

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