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Quick facts
- How it is given
- topical
- Type
- human otc drug
- Brand names
- Ling Nam Hak Kwai Oil
We do not publish dosing. How much of this medicine to take, how often, and for how long depends on your age, weight, kidney and liver function, other conditions and other medicines. That is a decision for the person who prescribes or dispenses it. Follow the directions on your own pack and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.
What it is for
Active Ingredients Purpose Turpentine 46% External analgesic
What it is used to treat
Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to: arthritis strains bruises sprains simple backache
Do not use if
Do not use on wounds irritated or damaged skin sensitive skin with a heating pad with, or at the same time as, other external analgesic products if allergic to any ingredients of this product if pregnant
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Do not use on wounds irritated or damaged skin sensitive skin with a heating pad with, or at the same time as, other external analgesic products if allergic to any ingredients of this product if pregnant When using this product avoid contact with the eyes or on mucous membranes do not bandage tightly do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not use 1 hour before or after bathing Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days excessive irritation of the skin develops redness is present If pregnant, ask health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children to avoid accidental poisoning . If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away. Do not use otherwise than as directed.
When using this medicine
When using this product avoid contact with the eyes or on mucous membranes do not bandage tightly do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not use 1 hour before or after bathing
Stop use and see a doctor if
Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days excessive irritation of the skin develops redness is present
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If pregnant, ask health professional before use.
Storing it safely
Other information Store in a cool place Close tightly after each use
Keeping it away from children
Keep out of reach of children to avoid accidental poisoning . If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away. Do not use otherwise than as directed.
Active ingredient
Active Ingredients Purpose Turpentine 46% External analgesic
Other ingredients
Inactive ingredients D&C Green No.6, D&C Red No.17, D&C Violet No.2, D&C Yellow No.11, Java Citronella Oil, Light mineral oil, Thyme oil
Before you take anything new
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This page is built from the openFDA record of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approved labelling for this product, effective 19 July 2024. Label text has been shortened and reformatted for readability; safety wording has not been altered in meaning. FDA labelling describes products approved in the United States — brand names, strengths, formulations and approved uses may differ in your country. Always read the leaflet that comes with your own pack. PocketsInfo is not affiliated with, and is not endorsed by, the FDA. Retrieved 2026-07-30.