Orthogel Advanced Cold Therapy Pain Relief Gel. 16 oz. Pump Bottle gives fast, temporary relief from painfrom over-exercised muscles, backache, arthritis, etc. Developed by Orthopedic Pharmaceuticals, this economical 16 ounce bottle of Orthogel Advanced Cold Therapy Pain Relief Gel with Ilex. Same pain relief product as in the 3 ounce roll-on gel but at considerable savings. Six times the amount of cold therapy gel as the 3 ounce roll-on. The pump bottle lets you apply the gel evenly with your hands to neck, back, knees or wherever you are aching. Orthogel 16 Ounce Pump Bottle Contains : - ILEX : extracted from a
holly shrub grown in South America and has been used by the Paraguay
Indians to enhance the effects of their medicines for centuries
- Menthol 3.5%
- Camphor .2%
- PUREFLEX Glucosamine : supports the health of tissues that make up many of the body's organs.
- Boswellia Serratta : an ayurvedic herb with anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic effects.
- Curcumin : an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant.
- OptiMSM : natural sulfur-containing compound that is produced in the human body.
- Aloe : prevents skin dryness.
Vitamin E : natural anti-oxidant the body uses to neutralize free radicals. Sizes Available: 5 gm foil packet, 3 oz. roll on, 4 oz. tube, 4 oz. jar, 4 oz. bottle, 16 oz. pump bottle, 32 oz. pump bottle, 1 gallon pump bottle. Made in USA for Orthopedic Pharmaceuticals. WARNINGS: For external use only. Use only as directed. Avoid
contact with eyes. If you are pregnant, nursing taking any other
pharmaceutical product seek the advice of your health care professional
before using this product. Do not use with other topical products. Do
not use with any heating device. Do not apply to wounds or damaged
skin. Store at room temperature with cap closely tightly.
Ortho Gel provides temporary fast, deep penetrating, long lasting and soothing relief from minor aches and pains associated with minor arthritis pain, simple back ache, cramps, muscle sprains, bruises, bursitis and tendonitis. The most similar pain relief gel Biofreeze is available only through chiropractors, massage therapists or physical therapists, usually only in a roll-on applicator at a greater cost per ounce. Orthogel is available in tubes, jars, roll-ons, bottles and pump applicators of several sizes as well as individual foil packs for pocket or handbag. Orthogel is an FDA compliant nonprescription drug in the class of topical analgesics used for the temporary relief of pain. Orthogel Cold Therapy Pain Relief Gel is greaseless, stainless and has no lingering odor. Temporary pain relief typically lasts for at least several hours. Contains no aspirin. No animal testing. Doctor recommended.
How does Orthogel ease pain? : Orthogel is a non steroidal product known as a counter irritant. The menthol and camphor work together to stimulate nerve endings on the skin to cause a sensation of cold. Ilex enhances the effect. This phenomenum of fooling pain with menthol has been used for hundreds of years to help treat mild to moderate pain. Note from Barbara: "This really works! If I wake up with a sore neck or lower back pain in the morning, I apply Orthogel and the pain goes away for hours. Sometimes if I know the day will be stressful, I apply Orthogel before I get tense and the muscles start to ache. How to Use Orthogel (per Loyola University Website Directions for Using Menthol/Camphor topical pain relievers): What does Orthogel feel like? Like you have applied an ice pack to the entire region. After a period of time, the icy feeling goes away though the pain remains reduced or gone. What are the active ingredients in Orthogel? Camphor, 0.2% and menthol, 3.5%. Is there an odor from Orthogel? There is a slight odor of menthol and camphor that dissipates fairly quickly. How quickly do you feel effects and pain relief? Most people begin to feel the effects and pain relief in approximately 5 to 25 minutes after their first application. How long does the pain relief typically last ? Relief generally lasts for hours. How often can you apply Orthogel? This OTC topical analgesic pharmaceutical should be used no more than four times daily. What is the shelf life of Orthogel? Shelf life is three years. Why choose Orthogel over other analgesic pharmaceuticals? Orthogel is not greasy, dries quickly, is easily massaged into painful areas, comes in a variety of sizes for economy and convenience and contains added ingredients to enhance its effect. What ages can use Orthogel? Adults and children over 12.
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