What is Arthritis Pain Relief? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Arthritis Pain Relief

• The chewable tablet should be chewed or crushed before you swallow it.

• Do not take this medicine for more than 10 days in a row, unless directed by your doctor.

• If you are taking this medicine without the advice of your doctor, carefully read and follow the Drug Facts label and dosing instructions on the medicine package. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how to use this medicine.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Oral liquids: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. Do not use a spoon, syringe, or cup that came with a different medicine.

• Oral liquid (with syringe): Shake the bottle well before each use.Remove the cap. Attach the syringe to the flow restrictor. Turn the bottle upside down.Pull back the syringe plunger until it is filled with the correct dose. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how much medicine to use.Slowly give the medicine into your child's mouth. Point the syringe so the medicine goes toward the inner cheek.

• Oral liquid (with dropper): Shake the bottle well before each use.Remove the cap. Insert the dropper into the bottle. Withdraw the correct dose. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how much medicine to use.Slowly give the medicine into your child's mouth. Point the dropper so the medicine goes toward the inner cheek.

• Extended-release tablet: Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it. Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

• Use only the brand of medicine your doctor prescribed. Other brands may not work the same way.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• The chewable tablet should be chewed or crushed before you swallow it.

• Oral liquid (with dropper): Shake the bottle well before each use.Remove the cap. Insert the dropper into the bottle. Withdraw the correct dose. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how much medicine to use.Slowly give the medicine into your child's mouth. Point the dropper so the medicine goes toward the inner cheek.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Oral liquid (with syringe): Shake the bottle well before each use.Remove the cap. Attach the syringe to the flow restrictor. Turn the bottle upside down.Pull back the syringe plunger until it is filled with the correct dose. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how much medicine to use.Slowly give the medicine into your child's mouth. Point the syringe so the medicine goes toward the inner cheek.

• Use only the brand of medicine your doctor prescribed. Other brands may not work the same way.

• Do not take this medicine for more than 10 days in a row, unless directed by your doctor.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Extended-release tablet: Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it. Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

• If you are taking this medicine without the advice of your doctor, carefully read and follow the Drug Facts label and dosing instructions on the medicine package. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how to use this medicine.

• Oral liquids: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. Do not use a spoon, syringe, or cup that came with a different medicine.

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Do not use the medicine on open wounds, sores, scrapes, or irritated skin.

• Cream, lotion, ointment, gel, or liquid: Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription. Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. If you are using capsaicin for arthritis in your hands, do not wash your hands for at least 30 minutes after you apply it. Do not touch sensitive areas, including your eyes or mouth while the medicine is on your hands.Shake the lotion bottle well before use.Apply a small amount of the cream, lotion, ointment, gel, or liquid medicine over the affected area. Rub it in until you cannot see any medicine on your skin.You may feel a burning or stinging feeling each time you rub in the medicine. This may last for 2 to 4 weeks. Continue to use full doses. The burning sensation will not improve or go away if you reduce the number of doses you use each day.If a bandage is being used on the treated area, do not wrap it tightly.

• Qutenza® patch: A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. Your doctor may apply a numbing medicine to the treatment area to help lessen the discomfort when the patch is applied.Your doctor may check your feet for any numbness, tingling, swelling, or pain in your feet for diabetic peripheral neuropathy.Leave the patch in place for at least 60 minutes for postherpetic neuralgia or 30 minutes for diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Do not touch the patch while it is on your skin. Your doctor may also cover the treatment area with a rolled gauze or dressing to keep the patch in place.Your doctor will apply a cleansing gel for at least 1 minute after removing the patch.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Cream, lotion, ointment, gel, or liquid: Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription. Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. If you are using capsaicin for arthritis in your hands, do not wash your hands for at least 30 minutes after you apply it. Do not touch sensitive areas, including your eyes or mouth while the medicine is on your hands.Shake the lotion bottle well before use.Apply a small amount of the cream, lotion, ointment, gel, or liquid medicine over the affected area. Rub it in until you cannot see any medicine on your skin.You may feel a burning or stinging feeling each time you rub in the medicine. This may last for 2 to 4 weeks. Continue to use full doses. The burning sensation will not improve or go away if you reduce the number of doses you use each day.If a bandage is being used on the treated area, do not wrap it tightly.

• Qutenza® patch: A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. Your doctor may apply a numbing medicine to the treatment area to help lessen the discomfort when the patch is applied.Your doctor may check your feet for any numbness, tingling, swelling, or pain in your feet for diabetic peripheral neuropathy.Leave the patch in place for at least 60 minutes for postherpetic neuralgia or 30 minutes for diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Do not touch the patch while it is on your skin. Your doctor may also cover the treatment area with a rolled gauze or dressing to keep the patch in place.Your doctor will apply a cleansing gel for at least 1 minute after removing the patch.

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Do not use the medicine on open wounds, sores, scrapes, or irritated skin.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

What to do if you miss a dose of Arthritis Pain Relief

Arthritis Pain Relief contraindications - Who shouldn't take Arthritis Pain Relief?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen.

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to capsaicin.

Arthritis Pain Relief warnings

• This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds. Do not take hot showers or baths, or exercise too much during treatment with this medicine.

• Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments. Your blood pressure will be measured while the patch is on your skin and after it has been removed. If you check your blood pressure at home and notice any changes, call your doctor right away.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, or a recent history of heart or blood vessel problems or brain or blood vessel problems.

• Qutenza® patch may cause loss of sensory function. Tell your doctor if you have sensory function problems.

• Zostrix®: You may need to use the medicine for 2 weeks or more before it relieves your pain. Keep using the medicine every day. If the medicine has not helped after a month, or if your pain becomes worse after a week, talk with your doctor.Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney or liver disease. Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). Some brands of acetaminophen contain aspartame, which can make PKU worse.

• This medicine contains acetaminophen. Read the labels of all other medicines you are using to see if they also contain acetaminophen, or ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use more than 4 grams (4,000 milligrams) total of acetaminophen in one day. For Tylenol® Extra Strength, it is not safe to take more than 3 grams (3,000 milligrams) in 1 day.

• Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Unusual bleeding or bruising

• Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds

Arthritis Pain Relief interactions & what to avoid when taking Arthritis Pain Relief

• Some medicines and foods can affect how acetaminophen works. Tell your doctor if you are taking a blood thinner, such as warfarin.

• Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine. Acetaminophen can damage your liver, and alcohol can increase this risk. Do not take acetaminophen without asking your doctor if you have 3 or more drinks of alcohol every day.

• Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Talk to your doctor before you use any other skin medicine on the same area where you are using capsaicin.

• Topical application routeDo not put cosmetics or skin care products on the treated skin.

• This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

• Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments. Your blood pressure will be measured while the patch is on your skin and after it has been removed. If you check your blood pressure at home and notice any changes, call your doctor right away.

• You may need to use the medicine for 2 weeks or more before it relieves your pain. Keep using the medicine every day. If the medicine has not helped after a month, or if your pain becomes worse after a week, talk with your doctor.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.