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OTC Topical Pain Relivers Poses Burn Risk Key point: Over-the-counter topical muscle and joint pain relivers containing capsaicin, methyl salicylate, or menthol (e.g., Bengay, Icy Hot) may cause serious chemical burns. Citation: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm319353.htm A review of two adverse drug event databases, as well as the medical literature, found 43 reports of burns linked to these products. Those containing menthol were the most likely to cause second- and third-degree burns. The FDA advises clinicians to warn …

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