Arth Arrest

Arth Arrest is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is METHYL NICOTINATE, CAPSAICIN. It is labelled by Key 2 Health, Inc. taken by topical and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 76018-100, application M017, label effective 20231111. It is one of 2 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient METHYL NICOTINATE, CAPSAICIN. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing METHYL NICOTINATE, CAPSAICIN are most often described in connection with: apply apply, small area, skin test, sensitivity least, minutes prior, applying wide. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

How to apply: Apply to a small area of the skin as a test for sensitivity at least 60 minutes prior to applying to a wide area.

Directions: Adults and children 2 years of age and older. Apply to affected area no more than 3-4 times daily. Children under 2 years of age consult a physician.

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY Warnings: Use only as directed, Avoid contact with eyes. Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin. Do not bandage tightly. If condition worsens, or if symptoms persists for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, discontinue use of this product and consult a physician. Please see outer box for additional warnings prior to use.

FDA lists 2 drug label records with METHYL NICOTINATE, CAPSAICIN as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.

What is Arth Arrest used for?
How to apply: Apply to a small area of the skin as a test for sensitivity at least 60 minutes prior to applying to a wide area.

Who makes Arth Arrest?
Key 2 Health, Inc. is the labeler of record for Arth Arrest. 2 FDA label records share the active ingredient METHYL NICOTINATE, CAPSAICIN, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.

What form does Arth Arrest come in?
administered by topical. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is Arth Arrest prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Are there other products containing METHYL NICOTINATE, CAPSAICIN?
Yes. 2 FDA drug label records list METHYL NICOTINATE, CAPSAICIN as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.

Has Arth Arrest been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.