Penrif Cream

Counter-irritant rub (cream, ointment, balm, spray) for temporary relief of:

• Muscle aches, sprains, strains, backache
• Joint pain and stiffness (arthritis)
• Bruises and minor sports injuries

Adults and children over 12 years: apply a thin layer to the painful area and massage gently 3–4 times daily.

• Do not use for more than 7 days without medical advice.
• Wash hands after use.
• Do not cover with tight bandages or heating pads.

• Broken, irritated or inflamed skin, open wounds
• Allergy to salicylates (aspirin) or menthol
• Children under 12 (salicylate content), especially infants (menthol near the face can cause breathing problems)

Common: warmth, tingling, redness, mild burning.

Rare: skin irritation or blistering (especially under heat or tight bandages), allergic reactions.

Ingestion or excessive use: salicylate poisoning (ringing in ears, nausea, fast breathing).

• Keep away from eyes, mouth and mucous membranes.
• Do not apply after a hot bath or with heating pads (burns).
• Avoid large areas; avoid with aspirin allergy or on anticoagulants (excessive use).
• Keep out of reach of children — methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen) is very toxic if swallowed.

Avoid regular or extensive use in late pregnancy; occasional use on small areas is generally acceptable. Do not apply to the breast while breastfeeding.

• Warfarin (extensive topical salicylate can raise INR and cause bleeding)
• Other salicylates/NSAIDs (additive effects with heavy use)

If swallowed — emergency (even small amounts in children): vomiting, ringing in ears, fast breathing, confusion, seizures.

Store below 30°C, tightly closed.