The strength of Salonpas® Original is evident in that it's still the #1 pain patch worldwide and in the US. Salonpas® has three active ingredients in a flexible, easy to apply patch that can be used up to four at a time. Salonpas® provides temporary relief of minor aches & pains of muscles & joints associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains, bruises, sprains. Fast, effective pain relief where it's needed most. Easy to Apply. Features & Benefits • For stiffness and tightness in the neck and shoulders • Convenient and versatile size • Easy to apply • To your knee, ankle, and sole as well as neck and shoulders Dosage/How To Use Adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1. Clean and dry affected area 2. Remove patch from film 3. Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily for 7 days 4. Remove patch from the skin after at most 8 hours application Children under 12 years of age: 1. Consult a doctor Cautions For external use only. Do not use: • On wounds or damaged skin • If you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates • With a heating pad • With, or at the same times as, other external analgesic products • If you are allergic to any ingredients of this product When using this product: • Do not use otherwise than as directed • Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes • Wash hands after applying or removing patch. Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water • The risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if: • Rash, itching or excessive skin irritation develops • Conditions worsen • Symptoms persist for more than 7 days • Symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days • Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away