Drug Safety Communication – Rare Cases of Serious Burns With Use of Over-The-Counter Topical Muscle and Joint Pain Relievers

Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–September 13, 2012.  The FDA is alerting the public that certain over-the-counter (OTC) products that are applied to the skin for the relief of mild muscle and joint pain have been reported to cause rare cases of serious skin injuries, ranging from first- to third-degree chemical burns, where the products were applied. When applied to the skin, the products produce a local sensation of warmth or coolness.These products should not cause pain or…