Products
Cooling patches are active ingredient patches that contain cooling substances (e.g., Perskindol Cool Patch, Sportusal Cool Patch).
Ingredients
One common ingredient is cooling menthol. Other essential oils and other active ingredients may be included.
Effects
Cooling patches have cooling, analgesic and decongestant properties.
Fields of application
Among other things, cooling plasters are used for sports injuries (strains, bruises, sprains, dislocations, contusions, bruises) and muscle and joint pain.
Dosage
According to the package insert. The patches are applied one to several times a day.
Contraindications
The patches are contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity. They should not come into contact with open wounds, the eyes, damaged skin or mucous membranes. Do not use in young children. Refer to the package insert for complete precautions.
Adverse effects
Possible adverse effects include local skin irritation.
