Mentholatum Deep Heat Rub
Patient Information Leaflet
TESCO HEAT RUB
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains
mportant information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription.
Nevertheless you still need to use Tesco Heat Rub
carefully to get the best results from it.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
• You must see a doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
• If any of the side effects become serious or if you notice any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Tesco Heat Rub is and what it is used for
2. Before you use Tesco Heat Rub
3. How to use Tesco Heat Rub
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Tesco Heat Rub 3. Further information
1. What Tesco Heat Rub is and k what it is used for
Tesco Heat Rub is a non-greasy, pain relieving cream :o be applied to the skin. It is used for the relief of muscular pains and stiffness including:
• Backache and lumbago
• Sciatica (pain in the lower back and thigh)
• Fibrositis (muscle tenderness or stiffness)
• Rheumatic pain (in muscles, tendons, joints or bones)
• Chilblains
• Bruises
• Sprains
• Minor sports injuries
2. Before you use Tesco Heat Rub
Do not use Tesco Heat Rub if you have an allergy
• to any of the ingredients
(see end of Section 2 and Section 6)
■ to painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Do not use Tesco Heat Rub on:
• children under 5 years of age
• your eyes or other sensitive areas. If this occurs accidentally wash away with plenty of clean water
• broken or inflamed skin.
Tesco Heat Rub is only for use on the skin.
Do not take by mouth.
Take special care with Tesco Heat Rub
See your doctor before using Tesco Heat Rub if you:
• are pregnant or breastfeeding
• have asthma.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes any medicines you have bought without a prescription.
See your doctor before using Tesco Heat Rub if you are taking
• medicines that thin the blood or prevent clots (including aspirin).
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
See your doctor before using Tesco Heat Rub if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Tesco Heat Rub
Tesco Heat Rub contains:
• propylene glycol which may cause skin irritation ■ wool fat (lanolin) and cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
If irritation occurs, stop using the cream and speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of medicines.
Tesco Heat Rub is for adults and children over 5 years old. It can be used before or after exercise.
• always try on a small area first
• gently massage a thin layer of Tesco Heat Rub to the affected area until the cream is rubbed in
• apply Tesco Heat Rub 2-3 times daily
• always wash your hands immediately after use so that you do not transfer it to sensitive areas such as your lips or eyes. If this occurs, wash away with plenty of clean water.
• if your symptoms do not improve see your doctor
• stop using Tesco Heat Rub if you get excessive skin irritation or other unwanted effects
Do not cover the skin with bandages, plasters or any other dressing. However, it is safe to cover the skin with your clothes.
If you use more Tesco Heat Rub than you should
If you accidentally squeeze out too much cream use a tissue to wipe off any excess.
If you or a child accidentally swallow the cream contact your doctor or hospital immediately.
If you forget to use Tesco Heat Rub
If you forget to use the cream apply Tesco Heat Rub again when you remember. Do not use the cream more than 3 times in one day.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Store below 25°C.
Do not use after the expiry date which is printed on the tube and carton. The ‘expiry’ date refers to the last day of that month.
Take any Tesco Heat Rub that is out of date to a pharmacist for disposal.
The active substances are:
• Menthol 5.91% w/w
• Eucalyptus oil 1.97% w/w
• Methyl salicylate 12.80% w/w
• Turpentine oil 1.47% w/w
The other ingredients are: sodium cetostearyl sulphate, cetostearyl alcohol, propylene glycol, wool fat (lanolin), liquid paraffin and water (see the end of section 2).
What Tesco Heat Rub looks like and contents of the pack
• Tesco Heat Rub is a white cream.
• Each tube contains 35g.
Marketing authorisation holder and manufacturer:
The Mentholatum Company Limited, East Kilbride, G74 5PE, Scotland, UK.
Tel: 01355 848484
Like all medicines Tesco Heat Rub can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The following effects may occur, particularly if you have sensitive skin or if you use Tesco Heat Rub in hot weather or after a hot bath:
• temporary skin redness
• burning sensation
• rashes
• skin burns or blisters
Stop using Tesco Heat Rub and tell your doctor if you experience excessive skin irritation or other unwanted effects.
PL00189/5002R
For any information about this product please contact the manufacturer at the above address.
This leaflet was revised in October 2014
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