Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Tiger Balm Ointment
Tiger Balm Ointment
| Generic name | camphor and menthol topical |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Topical rubefacient |
| Forms | rubs, creams, ointments, liniments, adhesive skin patches |
Tiger Balm is an over-the-counter topical product that claims to temporarily relieve minor muscle aches and pains by numbing the skin. It is a combination product used to relieve itching and minor muscle or joint pain, and may also be used as a chest rub for cold symptoms.
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