Pregnancy is a time full of changes and adjustments, even down to the medications and treatments you can use to help manage pain and discomfort. Certain medications and treatments are not recommended during pregnancy, so it’s important to understand which ones are safe to use. One popular and widely used product is Salonpas, a topical pain relief patch. But can you use Salonpas while pregnant? In this blog post, we’ll look at the safety of Salonpas during pregnancy and the potential risks that may be associated with its use. We’ll also take a look at alternative methods of pain management that can be used during pregnancy. By the end of this post, you’ll have a better understanding of the risks and benefits of using Salonpas during pregnancy.
Why do I have to wash hands after applying or removing a patch?
It’s possible that the residue of these ingredients on your hands will sting or irritate you if you touch a mucous membrane like your eyes or the inside of your mouth. Please wash your hands thoroughly.
Why can’t I use Salonpas® for more than 7 days?
Salonpas® temporarily relieves minor pains and aches. As directed on the label, a doctor should be consulted if your symptom lasts longer than 7 days. Without first consulting a doctor, Salonpas® and other OTC external analgesics shouldn’t be used consistently.
What are the active ingredients in Salonpas® Pain Relief Patch LARGE?
This patch’s active components are menthol and methyl salicylate.
Methyl salicylate is hydrolyzed to salicylic acid in the skin. It is thought to have salicylic acid-like pharmacological effects, and prostaglandin biosynthesis is thought to be its reported mechanism of action. According to Futami et al., methyl salicylate is also thought to have a counterirritant effect. , 1984).
In addition to its anti-irritant properties, menthol has been shown to have analgesic properties, including local anesthetic effects, as a result of activating endogenous opioid receptors (Taniguchi et al. , 1994). L-menthol has also been shown to significantly reduce the inflammatory mediators LTB4, PGE2, and IL-1 beta that are produced by monocytes in vitro (Juergens et al. , 1998).
FAQ
What pain rub can I use while pregnant?
Can you use menthol pain patches while pregnant?
When should you not use Salonpas?
- Recently has had or is going to have heart surgery.
- Has a history of stomach bleeding.
- Has high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, or takes a diuretic (water pill)
- Is pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Is under 18.
Can you use Salonpas lidocaine patches while pregnant?