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
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
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.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.