Methyl salicylate Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Methyl salicylate, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Methyl salicylate brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Methyl salicylate

Pronunciation : Me-thyl-Sali-cy-late

Therapeutic Classification : Analgesics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Methyl salicylate

India :

Intagesic Plus (3% w/w /1% w/w /10% w/w / 0.5% w/w) | Disol (1.16% w/w /5% w/w /10% w/w / 3% w/w) | Voveran Thermagel (1% w/w /0.025% w/w /5% w/w /5% w/w ) | Opnac (1% w/w /3% w/w /10% w/w /5% w/w) | Fremov gel (3%/1.16%/10%/5%) | Divexx Gel (1% w/w /10% w/w /0.02% w/w / 5% w/w) | Dilonac (1.16%w/w /3% w/w /10% w/w /5%) | Actfit Gel (3%/ 1.16%/ 10%/ 5%) | Vovenac Gel (3% w/w / 1.16% w/w / 10% w/w / 5% w/w ) | Volirox (1.16% w/w /10% w/w /5% w/w /3% w/w)

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Other Name(s) of Methyl salicylate

Oil of wintergreen

Overview of Methyl salicylate

• Methyl salicylate is used as an analgesic / painkiller in treating the joint pain and muscle pain.

Why is Methyl salicylate Prescribed? (Indications)

Methyl salicylate is used as a local painkiller to treat minor joint and muscle pain.

When should Methyl salicylate not be taken? (Contraindications)

• Methyl salicylate is contraindicated in patients allergic to it or to aspirin.

What is the dosage of Methyl salicylate?

• Methyl salicylate is available as several topical preparations like a gel, lotion, cream, ointment, oil or spray.
• It should be gently applied over the painful area.

How should Methyl salicylate be taken?

• Methyl salicylate should be applied to the affected area up to a maximum of four times a day.

What are the warnings and precautions for Methyl salicylate?

• Do not cover the skin with a bandage or heating pad after applying for the medicine.

• Do not use it on broken skin.

• Keep it away from your eyes.

• Do not get the medication on contact lens or dentures.

What are the side effects of Methyl salicylate?

Skin: Burning, swelling, blisters, mild cold sensation

What are the other precautions for Methyl salicylate?

• Do not apply to irritated skin.
• Do not use heat on the treated skin
• Do not apply on mucous membranes
• Do not apply for the medicine right after a bath.
• Wash the medicine off in case of an allergic reaction and consult your doctor immediately.