What is Thera-Gesic: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

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Thera-Gesic overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • AMPlify Relief MM, Arthritis Hot Pain Relief, Bengay Greaseless, Calypxo, CareALL Muscle Rub, Castiva Cooling, Cool Heat, DicloPR, Golden Sunshine Herbal, Golden Sunshine Natural Herbal Pain Terminator, Good Neighbor Cold & Hot Therapy Pain Relief, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Muscle Rub, Good Sense Cool 'N' Heat, Good Sense Muscle Rub, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Cool Heat Therapy

Generic Names:

  • Thera-Gesic

Uses:

  • Treats pain. This medicine is a topical analgesic.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Analgesic Combination, Analgesic Combination, Salicylate, Salicylate, Non-Aspirin Combination

Forms:

  • Cream, Gel/Jelly, Lotion, Ointment

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin

What is Thera-Gesic used for?

What form(s) does Thera-Gesic come in

  • Cream

  • Gel/Jelly

  • Lotion

  • Ointment

What are common Thera-Gesic doses?

  • Tube 85GM of 1-15%

  • Tube 142GM of 1-15%

Common Thera-Gesic prescriptions

  • Thera-Gesic
    142gm of 1-15% tube of cream

  • Thera-Gesic
    85gm of 1-15% tube of cream

How to take Thera-Gesic

  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to.

  • If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.

  • 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 swallow the medicine.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

  • Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

  • Do not use this medicine more than 4 times each day.

  • Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor. Do not cover the skin with a heating pad.

  • Do not use this medicine right after you take a shower or bath.

  • Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor. Do not cover the skin with a heating pad.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this 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 swallow the medicine.

  • Do not use this medicine more than 4 times each day.

  • Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

  • Do not use this medicine right after you take a shower or bath.

  • If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to.

What to do if you miss a dose of Thera-Gesic

  • 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.

Thera-Gesic contraindications

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to menthol, methyl salicylate, or wintergreen.

Thera-Gesic warnings

  • Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 12 years of age unless a doctor tells you to.

  • Call your doctor if the pain gets worse, lasts longer than 7 days, or gets better and then comes back.

  • Stop using this medicine if your skin becomes red or irritated.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to aspirin or another salicylate medicine.

Thera-Gesic interactions

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to aspirin or another salicylate medicine.

  • Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 12 years of age unless a doctor tells you to.

  • Stop using this medicine if your skin becomes red or irritated.

  • Call your doctor if the pain gets worse, lasts longer than 7 days, or gets better and then comes back.

Thera-Gesic side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Red, itchy, sore, or painful skin.

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