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Cycle
menthol · Cycle is an over-the-counter drug containing menthol, made by La Mend, Inc..
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Not classified
- Route
- Topical
- Manufacturers
- 1
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joins associated with: cramps simple backache
Related recalls
FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient
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- Class IIDrugOngoing04/22/2026exchange select, Menthol -Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic, Honey Lemon Flavor Cough Drops, 30-count bag...Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. · 14 products · This recall is being initiated following FDA's recommendation...
- Class IIDrugOngoing01/21/2026Halls Cough Drops a) BAGS, MENTHOL, 12CT; b) BAGS, HONEY LEM, 12CT; c) BAGS, DEFENSE CITRUS, 12CT; d)...GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC · CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent...
- Class IIDrugOngoing12/03/2025Doctor D. Schwab Clinical Weh Weh Natural Pain Relief Gel with Menthol and Arnica, Menthol 5%, 4.2 oz./120...CA BOTANA International, Inc. · 2 products · CGMP Deviations
Active ingredients
(s) Menthol (5%)
Purpose
Topical Analgesic
Uses
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joins associated with: cramps simple backache
Directions
Adults and children over 12 years remove backing from patch apply patch to affected area like abdomen or lower back wear patch for up to 8 hours use no more than 3-4 times daily Children 12 years or younger: ask a doctor
Warnings
For external use only. When using this product use only as directed do not use with other topical products do not use on open wounds, damaged or irritated skin do not bandage tightly or apply local heat to this area, like heating pads in rare cases, burns have been reported for products of this type, containing menthol Stop use and ask a doctor if confiditon worsens redness or irritation develop symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days you experience burning, swelling, or blistering where applied If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
When using this product
Use only as directed do not use with other topical products do not use on open wounds, damaged or irritated skin do not bandage tightly or apply local heat to this area, like heating pads in rare cases, burns have been reported for products of this type, containing menthol
Stop use and ask a doctor
Confiditon worsens redness or irritation develop symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days you experience burning, swelling, or blistering where applied
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Other information
Store in a cool, dry place.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredients: 2-propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, polymer with ethenyl acetate and 2-ethylhexyl 2-propenoate, black cohosh (cimicifuga racemosa)
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patch | 5 g/100g | topical | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- La Mend, Inc.Shown hereM017 · Label 12/07/2023 · NDC 72587-001Full label
Cycle: common questions
- What is Cycle used for?
- For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joins associated with: cramps simple backache
- Is Cycle a prescription drug?
- No. Cycle is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Cycle?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Honey Lemon Cough Drops, Menthol Cough Drops, Cherry Cough Drops, Sugar Free Honey Lemon Cough Drops.
- Who makes Cycle?
- La Mend, Inc. lists Cycle with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 12/07/2023 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice