Which is stronger Tiger Balm Red or white?

White Regular Strength Tiger Balm has a higher concentration of mint oil than the red balm which makes it more cooling (less warming) than the red. It too is excellent for headache relief and migraines (rub a small amount on the temples).

Is white Tiger Balm stronger than red?

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.

What is white Tiger Balm for?

Tiger Balm White. Ointment for symptomatic relief of minor muscular aches and pains. For treatment of tension headache in adults.

What is red Tiger Balm good for?

Tiger Balm is a topical over-the-counter pain reliever. It contains camphor, menthol, cajuput oil, and clove oil, plus other ingredients. You can buy it as a cream, gel, or liquid. Tiger Balm is often used to relieve back pain, joint pain, stiffness, sprains, and arthritis pain.

Is Tiger Balm extra strength or ultra strength stronger?

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE USE OF TIGER BALM ULTRA STRENGTH OINTMENT AND EXTRA STRENGTH OINTMENT? Tiger Balm Ultra Strength Ointment is non-staining and uses our strongest formulation. It provides a warming and cooling effect.

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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.

What is the difference between red or white Tiger Balm?

If you've researched Tiger Balm, you may have come across “white” and “red” formulas. The main difference is that Tiger Balm White has menthol and methyl salicylate. Tiger Balm Red has menthol and camphor. Some formulas, such as Tiger Balm Muscle Rub, have all three ingredients.

How strong is Tiger Balm?

The active ingredients in one formulation of regular-strength Tiger Balm include: 15 percent methyl salicylate, which may act as an analgesic, numbing the skin. 5 percent menthol, which may help restrict blood vessels, reducing inflammation and causing a therapeutic cooling sensation.

How many times a day can you apply Tiger Balm?

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.

How long does Tiger Balm last once applied?

The skin patch may be worn for up to 8 hours.

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.

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.

Can you use red 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.

Can you use Tiger Balm too much?

An overdose of camphor and menthol is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

What's in Tiger Balm Red?

Active ingredients: Camphor 11.0% w/w, Levomenthol 10.0% w/w, Cajuput Oil 7.0%w/w, Clove Oil 5.0% w/w. Other ingredients: Cinnamon Oil, Dementholised Mint Oil, Yellow Soft Paraffin, Yellow Hard Paraffin.

What kind of Tiger Balm is good for headaches?

Tiger Balm White Ointment for Headache & Nasal Congestion - 21ML (Pack of 6) Balm (6 x 21 ml) Hurry, Only a few left! The classic Tiger Balm ointment which many of us grew up with. It is often used for headache remedies.

Does Tiger Balm have an expiration date?

Do not use Tiger Balm after the Expiry date which is stated on the base of the jar and the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

Is Tiger Balm better than Voltaren?

Tiger Balm has an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 from a total of 29 ratings on Drugs.com. 66% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 14% reported a negative effect. Voltaren has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 161 ratings on Drugs.com.

What's the best cream for sore muscles?

Can you use Tiger Balm for sciatica?

Heat: Heat packs and topical heat rubs such as tiger balm can be really helpful when treating sciatica. When experiencing pain from spasmed muscles, heat and topical application of heat can help to relax the spasmed muscles providing instant pain relief and soothing.

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.

Will Tiger Balm help a pinched nerve?

Tiger balm works wonders for nerve pain. I am medically retired from the military and have chronic pain in my back, neck, migraines and neuropathy. I apply this at least 4 times a day and without it my pain med intake would be alot higher. You definitely need the ultra as I find it much more effective.

Does Tiger Balm help carpal tunnel?

Application of topical products containing menthol can help relieve pain, including carpal tunnel pain. Popular products like Biofreeze or Tiger Balm can be applied to the affected area, reducing discomfort for you during the day and is easier to apply at work than an ice or warm water bath.

Which is the best muscle rub?

What cream is best for nerve pain?

If your pain is confined to a particular area of your body, you may benefit from using capsaicin cream. Capsaicin is the substance that makes chilli peppers hot and is thought to work in neuropathic pain by stopping the nerves sending pain messages to the brain.