Levomenthol
Active ingredient
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- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 17
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 4
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Levomenthol is an active ingredient used for the relief of aches, pains, and inflammations [1]. It is approved to treat conditions associated with muscle fatigue, muscle pain, stiff shoulder, simple backache, bruises, bone fracture, minor frostbite, and arthritis [1].
This ingredient is available in the market under various brand names, including Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Hydrogel Large, MQ Pain Relieving Patch, and PAIN RELIEF MENTHOL AND HEMP [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 4 adverse event reports associated with levomenthol [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include asthenia, atrial fibrillation, back pain, drug ineffective, and dyspnoea [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 13 | May 15, 2026 |
| US United States | FDA | 4 | October 7, 2025 |
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
13 products
Uses
For the symptomatic relief of catarrh, coughs and colds.
How to take
Adults, the elderly and children of 12 years and over:
One pastille to be sucked slowly as often as required. Do not take more than 20 pastilles in 24 hours. Not recommended for children under 12 years old
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Side effects & warnings
Rare reports of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis, angioedema, urticaria, bronchospasm and rash, have been reported with menthol-containing preparations. Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.
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). 1 3. PHARMACEUTICAL FORM Pastille (Lozenge) 4. 1. Therapeutic Indications For the symptomatic relief of catarrh, coughs and colds. 2. Posology and Method of Administration Adults, the elderly and children of 12 years and over: One pastille to be sucked slowly as often as required.
Do not take more than 20 pastilles in 24 hours. 3. Contra-Indications Patients with known hypersensitivity to menthol, eucalyptus oil or any other of the ingredients. 4 Special warnings and precautions for use If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
Keep out of reach of children Dose restricted by age in any 24 hour period Contains sucrose and liquid glucose. Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine.
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Who should not take it
3. Contra-Indications Patients with known hypersensitivity to menthol, eucalyptus oil or any other of the ingredients.
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Brands in United Kingdom (3)
USUnited States· FDA
4 products
Uses
Use Uses For relief of aches,pains and inflammations associated with: ★Muscle fatigue ★Muscle pain ★Stiff shoulder ★Simple backache ★Bruises ★Bone Fracture ★Minor Frostbite ★Arthritis
How to take
Directions clean and dry affected area. Remove from backing film and apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Remove after at most 8 hours.
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Most-reported reactions to the US regulator (12 mo to June 4, 2026): 4 reports total. [3]
- Asthenia 1
- Atrial Fibrillation 1
- Back Pain 1
- Drug Ineffective 1
- Dyspnoea 1
- Dyspnoea Exertional 1
- General Physical Health Deterioration 1
- Intervertebral Disc Protrusion 1
- Joint Lock 1
- Mental Impairment 1
- Micturition Urgency 1
- Oxygen Saturation Decreased 1
Side effects & warnings
Stop Use Conditions worsen. ★ Symptoms persist for more than 7 days. ★Symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days. ★Rash, itching or excessive skin irritation occurs.
Warnings Warnings For external use only Do not use: ★on wounds or damaged skin ★if you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates. Stop use and ask a doctor if: ★ Conditions worsen. ★ Symptoms persist for more than 7 days. ★Symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days.
★Rash, itching or excessive skin irritation occurs.
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Who should not take it
Do not use on wounds or damaged skin ★if you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates.
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Sources & citations
- [1]MHRA (UK) · PL000940009 · revised July 19, 2024
- [2]FDA DailyMed · 0978ff22-c357-e2… · revised March 24, 2025 [PDF]
- [3]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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