Who Cannot use Biofreeze?

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you apply menthol to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with a nursing baby's mouth. Ask a doctor before using this medicine on child 12 years old or younger.

Does Biofreeze interact with any medications?

A total of 0 drugs are known to interact with Biofreeze. Biofreeze is in the drug class topical rubefacient. Biofreeze is used to treat Pain.

What are the warnings for Biofreeze?

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects.

Does Biofreeze gel have side effects?

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects: skin irritation such as redness, itching, rash, or burning. blistering or peeling of the skin.

Does Biofreeze cause inflammation?

Biofreeze therapy works similarly to ice in reducing inflammation and improving circulation, but offers more powerful, comfortable, convenient, and long-lasting pain relief.

The Science Behind Biofreeze Pain Reliever

What does Biofreeze do to muscles?

BioFreeze is an analgesic that relieves pain through a menthol-induced cooling process. Unlike medications and surgical procedures, it relieves pain naturally for conditions such as overworked muscles, chronic back pain, or arthritis.

Is Biofreeze good for arthritis?

Biofreeze Menthol Pain Relieving Gel is well-suited for application on small and large muscle areas. Fast acting and long lasting, cooling menthol formula delivers penetrating pain relief for sore muscles, simple backaches, joint pain, bruises, and arthritis.

How many hours does Biofreeze last?

How long does it take Biofreeze to wear off? The Biofreeze Patch provides relief for 8 hours after application. All other Biofreeze products (gel, spray, roll-on, and cream) effects can last up to 5 hours after application.

How long should you leave Biofreeze on?

Age group directions: Adults and Children 12 Years of Age and Older: Clean and dry affected area, partially peel back protective film and apply exposed patch to site of pain. Carefully remove remaining film while pressing patch to skin and leave in place for up to 8 hours.

How much Biofreeze can you use in a day?

Adults and children 2 years of age and older: Rub a thin film over affected areas not more than 4 times daily; massage not necessary.

Is BioFreeze the same as Voltaren?

Biofreeze contains menthol, and like other menthol-containing products, it alleviates pain via counter-irritation, specifically cooling the surface of the skin. Voltaren instead treats pain by temporarily blocking the production of pain-signaling chemicals called prostaglandins.

Does BioFreeze increase circulation?

Results: The BioFreeze® spray did not increase the amount of detectable blood flow within the cutaneous and subcutaneous layer as measured with power Doppler ultrasound to a statistically significant level relative to the baseline measures.

Does Biofreeze heal or just numb?

The cold therapy of Biofreeze works by causing ligand molecules to attach themselves to your nerve's cold receptors, which effectively helps to numb the area, interfering with pain signals traveling to the brain.

Can you use Biofreeze if on blood thinners?

No interactions were found between Biofreeze and warfarin.

Is Biofreeze gel an Nsaid?

Biofreeze Professional is a great alternative to other pain relievers because it is non-systemic, non-narcotic and contains no NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), salicylates or addictive substances.

What happens if you use too much Biofreeze?

What happens if I overdose? An overdose of 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.

Can you sleep with Biofreeze on?

Individually packaged and pre-cut patches are easy to apply and remove. Advanced adhesion ensures they stay on through the night and are easy to remove in the morning.

Can I use Biofreeze before bed?

Biofreeze Pain Relieving Products can be extremely effective in helping people who have trouble sleeping due to nagging pain and discomfort. Some users report receiving a full night of undisturbed sleep when Biofreeze Pain Relievers are applied just prior to bedtime.

Is Biofreeze better than ice?

Both ice and Biofreeze significantly decreased pain levels; however, Biofreeze decreased pain nearly 2 times as much as ice. In addition, it was rated as substantially more comfortable, patients preferred it, and it lasted longer 9 out of 10 times.

Can Biofreeze help with sciatic nerve pain?

At home, one can alleviate this type of pain with multiple treatment options. Overall, the goal is to decrease muscle spasms which will help relieve the pain. Over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol, Aleve, Advil/Motrin. Some patients report relief with Biofreeze or over-the-counter Voltaren gel.

Which Biofreeze is strongest?

Biofreeze Professional is the strongest and best of the three pain reliever gels reviewed here. It is easy to apply with the rolled ball applicator. You do not have to use your hands. It instantly begins to get hot and it is much hotter than the other two gels reviewed here.

Does Biofreeze work on joint pain?

Biofreeze is a topical analgesic that uses the cooling effect of menthol, a natural pain reliever, to soothe minor muscle and joint pain.

What is the best gel to use for arthritis?

What is the most effective anti-inflammatory for arthritis?

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

NSAIDs are the most effective oral medicines for OA. They include ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) naproxen (Aleve) and diclofenac (Voltaren, others). All work by blocking enzymes that cause pain and swelling.

Does Biofreeze loosen tight muscles?

Pre-treating painful areas of muscle spasm allows the muscles to relax very quickly, improving treatment response. And by helping the muscles relax, BioFreeze is great for ultrasound treatments, massage and rehab, on many areas of the body.