Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

WellPatch¿ Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch Recalled by The Mentholatum Co. Due to Labeling: Incorrect Instructions; The word not is missing...

Date: September 17, 2015
Company: The Mentholatum Co.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Drug)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact The Mentholatum Co. directly.

Affected Products

WellPatch¿ Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch, 0.025% Natural Capsaicin, External Analgesic, 4 Large Patches, Distributed by Consignor; The Mentholatum Company, Orchard Park, NY, Manufactured by Consignee; Mentholatum (China) Pharmaceuticals, Guangdong China --- NDC 10742-8126-2, UPC 31074201566

Quantity: 80,208 pouches

Why Was This Recalled?

Labeling: Incorrect Instructions; The word not is missing from the following sentences "do bandage tightly or cover with any type of wrap except clothing and "do use with a heating pad or with other heat sources in the Drug Facts panel "Warning" section

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About The Mentholatum Co.

The Mentholatum Co. has 6 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Drug). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report