Bengay
Bengay, spelled Ben-Gay before 1995, is an analgesic heat rub used to temporarily relieve muscle and joint pain associated with arthritis, bruises, simple backaches, sprains and strains. Bengay is not designed for use on damaged skin. It was developed in France by Dr. Jules Bengué, and brought to America in 1898. The name Bengué was anglicized to Bengay. It was originally produced by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, which was acquired by Johnson & Johnson.
Directions
Bengay is used topically for adults and children 12 years of age and older, and no more than 3 to 4 times daily. The company's official website advises that users not bandage tightly or use it with a heating pad. [1]
Active ingredients
The active ingredients vary by the version of the product.
- Bengay: Original contains 15% Methyl Salicylate and 10% Menthol.
- Bengay: Muscle Pain/Ultra Strength contains 30% Methyl Salicylate, 10% Menthol, and 4% Camphor.
- Bengay: Ice Extra Strength contains 10% Menthol.
- Bengay: Muscle Pain/No Odor contains 15% Triethanolamine Salicylate.
- Bengay: Arthritis Extra Strength 30% Methyl Salicylate and 8% Menthol.
Methyl salicylate can be toxic if the cream is used in excess.[2]
See also
- Tiger Balm
- Heat Rub
- IcyHot
- Deep Heat
- Flexpower
- RUB A535
- Siddhalepa
- Zen Relief Balm (all natural)
References
- ↑ "Bengay Official Website".
- ↑ "Sports cream warnings urged after teen's death". Associated Press. 13 June 2007. Retrieved 2009-06-28.
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