A total of 3 drugs are known to interact with Icy Hot Pain Relieving Cream (menthol/methyl salicylate topical), categorized as 0 major, 3 moderate, and 0 minor interactions.
Can you use Icy Hot if you have high blood pressure?
The risk may be greater if you have heart disease or increased risk for heart disease (for example, due to smoking, family history of heart disease, or conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes). Do not take this drug right before or after heart bypass surgery (CABG).
Can Icy Hot cause damage?
According to a Drug Safety Communication issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Icy Hot may cause serious skin injuries, ranging from first- to third-degree chemical burns.5 May 2012
Why you shouldn't use Icy Hot?
Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: blistering/swelling/severe redness at the application site, increased/unusual pain at the application site, nausea/vomiting, ringing in the ears. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
What are the side effects of Icy Hot?
- redness or swelling of the treated area;
- increased pain; or.
- severe burning or skin irritation such as a rash, itching, pain, or blistering.
Is using Icy Hot everyday bad?
The young girl apparently absorbed high levels of methyl salicylate, an anti-inflammatory medicine related to aspirin that is found in Bengay and Icy Hot. Using too much over days or weeks can cause a chronic poisoning called salicylism, which, as in this case, can be lethal.5 Mar 2014
Is Icy Hot Toxic?
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Can you overdose on Icy Hot cream?
While common, over-the-counter ache-relief products contain a much lower percentage of methyl salicylate than is contained in oil of wintergreen—for example, both Icy Hot and BenGay Extra Strength contain 30 percent, the highest percentage of all topical creams—their toxic potential is real: The U.S. Food and Drug 13 Aug 2007
How much Icy Hot can you use in a day?
Adults and children over 12 years: Apply a thin layer to affected area. Massage into painful area until thoroughly absorbed into skin. Repeat as necessary, but no more than 4 times daily.
How long does it take for Icy Hot to wear off?
Icy Hot Advanced Relief Patch Wear for up to 12 hours.1 Jan 2022
How do you get Icy Hot off your body?
Capsaicin can cause a burning sensation wherever it is applied. If you have severe discomfort or skin redness, wash the treated skin area with soap and cool water. Get medical attention right away if you have severe burning, pain, swelling, or blistering of the skin where you applied this medicine.1 Dec 2020