cautionFor external use only (US FDA 2023).
cautionWhen using this product avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water (US FDA 2023).
cautionStop use and ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist, worsen, or re-occur within a few days (US FDA 2023; CPhA 1996).
cautionKeep out of reach of children. If swallowed, call a poison control centre or get medical help right away (CPS 2008; HC 2004).
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (Brinker 2010).
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking blood thinners (Sweetman 2017; APhA 2002).
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking medications or health products that cause dilation of blood vessels (APhA 2002).
contraindicationDo not use if you are prone to allergic reactions, eczema or unusual skin reactions (Tisserand and Young 2014).
adverse_reactionStop use if hypersensitivity/allergy, rashes and/or burning discomfort occur (Sweetman 2017; Zhang et al. 2008; Hoffman 2003; APhA 2002; McCleane 2000).
adverse_reactionStop use if headache and/or redness occur (Zhang et al. 2008; APhA 2002; McCleane 2000).
adverse_reactionStop use and get medical help right away if you experience pain, swelling or blistering, as rare but serious burns can occur (HC 2017).