【Medical Product Expiration Date】
Products with an expiration date of 180 days or more are sold.
Product Category: Class 2 OTC Drug
【Vantelin Kowa Patch Hot Product Details】
● A "warming type" patch from the Vantelin brand, suitable for pain associated with stiff shoulders.
● Contains capsaicin extract, which provides a pleasant warming sensation when applied to the affected area.
● Contains 0.5% indomethacin, a highly effective and safe patch medication.
● Uses highly elastic and highly adhesive pads for a snug fit, with horizontal and vertical stretchability, making it difficult to peel off. The size is substantial (14cm*10cm).
● Adheres firmly to movable areas such as shoulders, waist, elbows, knees, hands, and feet.
【Efficacy and Effects】
- Shoulder pain related to stiff shoulders, lower back pain, joint pain, muscle pain, tenosynovitis (hand/wrist pain), elbow pain (e.g., tennis elbow), bruises, sprains
【Usage and Dosage】
- Remove the liner (plastic film) and apply to the affected area up to twice a day.
★ Precautions regarding usage and dosage
- Follow the prescribed usage and dosage strictly.
- This medication does not treat the underlying illness causing pain or swelling but only alleviates symptoms. Use only when symptoms are present.
- Wipe off sweat or moisture from the affected area before use.
- People with sensitive skin should, before use, apply a small piece (about 1-2cm square) on a less sensitive area of the inner arm for half a day to check for rash, redness, itching, or irritation.
【Ingredients】
(Per 100g of ointment)
Indomethacin: 0.5g
Additives: Kaolin, Titanium Dioxide, Gelatin, Castor Oil, Polyvinyl Alcohol (Partially Saponified), Partially Neutralized Polyacrylic Acid, Urea, Carboxymethylcellulose Na, Sodium Metaphosphate, Propylene Glycol, D-Sorbitol, Dihydroxyaluminum Aminoacetate, Disodium Edetate, Polysorbate 80, Tartaric Acid, L-Menthol, Diisopropyl Azelate, Macrogol, Fragrance, Capsaicin Extract
【Precautions】
★ Warnings and Precautions
(Things not to do)
*Not following these may worsen current symptoms or increase risk of side effects
- Do not use if you have experienced allergic reactions (rash, redness, itching, irritation) to this medication before.
- Do not use if you have asthma.
- Do not use on children under 15 years old.
- Do not apply to areas around the eyes, mucous membranes, eczema, irritated skin, wounds, tinea (fungal infections), or suppurating areas.
- Do not use continuously for more than 2 weeks.
(Consultation required)
- Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or professional before use if you are:
1) Under medical treatment
2) Pregnant or suspect pregnancy
3) Have had allergic reactions to drugs
- If any of the following symptoms appear after use, discontinue immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist with this box:
Skin: Rash, redness, itching, swelling, irritation, stinging, warmth, dryness, subcutaneous bleeding
- If symptoms do not improve after 5-6 days of use, discontinue and consult a professional with this box.
★ Other precautions
- Contains capsaicin extract; pay attention to the following:
1) Use only after symptoms like heat or swelling subside from trauma or sprains.
2) Sweating after use may cause irritation.
3) Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, or mucous membranes with hands after touching the patch.
4) Do not heat the affected area with a kotatsu or electric blanket.
5) Do not bathe immediately after application or removal; remove the patch at least 1 hour before bathing. Wait about 30 minutes after bathing before reapplying.
★ Storage and Handling Precautions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, tightly sealed.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to other containers.
- For quality preservation, store unused opened packages in a drug bag, seal tightly, and keep sealed.
- Do not use products past their expiration date.
【Country of Origin】
Japan
【Brand】
Vantelin
【Distributor, Manufacturer, Importer, or Seller】
Kowa
Package may change without notice.
Thank you for your understanding.