How long should you leave Tiger Balm on?

Apply a Tiger Balm Active Muscle Rub skin patch to clean, dry skin. Press the patch firmly into place and wear it for up to 8 hours. Do not cover treated skin with a tight bandage or heating pad.
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How long does Tiger Balm take to work?

It should relieve your pain within 10 to 20 minutes. You can use Tiger Balm even if you use oral over-the-counter or prescription pain relievers.
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How long can you use Tiger Balm?

While Tiger Balm is marketed as a natural remedy, it's still important to remember that it's technically a topical medication. Only use the product as directed. See your doctor if your symptoms don't improve after one week of use.
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What happens if you use too much Tiger Balm?

Camphor and menthol can cause a burning or cold sensation, which is usually mild and should lessen over time with continued use. If this sensation causes significant discomfort, wash the skin with soap and water.
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Which is better red or white Tiger Balm?

hi there, white tiger balm is milder and can be used on the nose and lips, to aid breathing, Red tiger balm is slightly stronger and is great for aches and pains on joints and muscles, It is an ancient product and really works, but buy the best, ie, asian or chinese.
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How often can you put Tiger Balm on?

Apply a thin layer of medication to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day. Rub in gently and thoroughly. After applying the medication, wash your hands unless you are using this medication to treat the hands. If treating the hands, wait at least 30 minutes after applying the medication to wash your hands.
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How does Tiger Balm relieve pain?

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Camphor and menthol can increase blood circulation to the muscles and surrounding area. This may reduce inflammation and therefore provide pain relief. Methyl salicylate can act as a numbing agent, which may dull the pain. Capsicum may block nerve pain receptors, reducing the severity of muscle pain.
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Does Tiger Balm heal muscles?

Consider topical solutions.

While topical ointments like BenGay, Traumeel, Tiger Balm and others don't go deep enough to reach the muscle, they do contain ingredients that are cooling, numbing and tingling. If you're really sore, that coolness can overpower the pain, but it doesn't speed muscle recovery.
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Is Tiger Balm like Deep Heat?

Many companies manufacture creams and gels that fit under the category of 'deep heat'. I'm sure you've heard of Tiger Balm, Deep Heat, Dencorub, etc. They consist of various chemicals and 'natural' ingredients in varying quantities. The cream or gel is applied locally to the affected area and massaged into the skin.
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What is the strongest version of Tiger Balm?

63 oz. This non-staining ointment for muscle pain contains the strongest concentration of Tiger Balm's herbal ingredients to provide warmth to muscles.
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Can you put Tiger Balm on the bottom of your feet?

Massage Massaging the foot encourages blood to the area and can help soothe the pain and settle the inflammation. I recommend using a product such a Tiger Balm® or Voltarol® gel.
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Can you use Tiger Balm for headaches?

Tiger Balm can be used by adults and children over 2 years of age to give temporary relief from minor muscular aches and pains. Tiger Balm can also be used by adults only for the treatment of tension headache.
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Where do you apply Tiger Balm for migraines?

Rubbing the balm on the forehead or temples to soothe headache.
  1. Non-greasy.
  2. Soothing fragrance.
  3. Effective soothing relief from tension headaches.
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