Biofreeze Day and Overnight
Biofreeze Day and Overnight is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient MENTHOL manufactured by Reckitt Benckiser LLC. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20260513.
- Generic name
- MENTHOL
- Manufacturer
- Reckitt Benckiser LLC
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- N/A
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 59316-832
- Application
- M017
- Label effective
- 20260513
About this product
Biofreeze Day and Overnight is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is MENTHOL. It is labelled by Reckitt Benckiser LLC and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 59316-832, application M017, label effective 20260513. It is one of 193 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient MENTHOL. 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.
What it is used for
Across FDA labelling, products containing MENTHOL are most often described in connection with: temporarily relieves, minor aches, pains muscles, joints associated, simple backache, arthritis strains, bruises sprains. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: ■ simple backache ■ arthritis ■ strains ■ bruises ■ sprains
Dosage & Administration
Directions ■ adults and children 12 years of age and older: Clean and dry affected area, pop apart and partially peel back protective film and apply exposed patch to site of pain. Carefully remove remaining film while pressing the patch to skin and leave in place for up to 8 hours. Use on affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. ■ children under 12 years of age : consult a physician ■wash hands after use with cool water
Warnings
For external use only. When using this product ■ use only as directed ■ avoid contact with the eyes or on mucous membranes ■ do not apply to wounds or damaged skin ■ do not apply to irritated skin or if excessive irritation develops ■ do not bandage tightly or use with heating pad or device Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ you experience pain, swelling or blistering of the skin ■ condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days ■ arthritic pain persists for more than 10 days, or redness is present If pregnant or breast-feeding: ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children: If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away
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FDA lists 193 drug label records with MENTHOL 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.
| Dosage form | Products | Manufacturer | Products |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | Reckitt Benckiser LLC | 23 |
| — | — | Mondelez Global LLC | 6 |
| — | — | BLUE SPRING WELLNESS, L.L.C. | 5 |
| — | — | Shanghai Chuangshi Medical Technology (Group) Co., Ltd. | 5 |
| — | — | Bestco | 4 |
Recall and safety notices
5 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. A match means the firm or product name appears in the enforcement report; confirm lot numbers and dates against the official FDA notice before acting.
| Recall | Product | Firm | Class | Status | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-1517-2016 | Mucinex Sinus-Max Day Night, 60 caplets, Dist. by Reckitt Benckiser, Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224 UPC 363824951737 NDC 63824-207-60 | Reckitt Benckiser LLC | Class III | Terminated | 20160928 |
| D-1363-2015 | Mucinex Fast Max Cold, Flu & Sore Throat, Maximum Strength, Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Dextromethorphan HBr Cough Suppressant, Guaifenesin Expectorant, Phenylephrine HCl Nasal Decongestant, 6 fl oz (180 mL) Bottle, For Ages 12+, , Dist. By: Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224 Made in India, NDC 63824-015-66, UPC 63824-01565-1 | Reckitt Benckiser LLC | Class I | Terminated | 20150902 |
| D-1365-2015 | Mucinex Fast-Max Cold & Sinus, Maximum Strength, Acetaminophen Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Guaifenesin Expectorant, Phenylephrine HCl Nasal Decongestant, 6 fl oz (180 mL) Bottle, For Ages 12+, Dist. by: Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224 Made in India, NDC 63824-016-66, UPC 63824-01665-8 | Reckitt Benckiser LLC | Class I | Terminated | 20150902 |
| D-1367-2015 | Mucinex Fast Max Severe Congestion & Cough, Maximum Strength, Dextromethorphan HBr Cough Suppressant, Guaifenesin Expectorant, Phenylephrine HCl Nasal Decongestant, 6 fl oz (180 mL) Bottle, For Age 12+, Dist. By: Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224, Made in India, NDC 63824-014-66, UPC 6382401465-4 | Reckitt Benckiser LLC | Class I | Terminated | 20150902 |
| D-1368-2015 | Mucinex Fast Max Day Time Severe Congestion & Cough Night Time Cold & Flu, Maximum Strength, Two - 6 fl oz (180 mL) bottles Total - 12 fl oz (360 mL), For Ages 12+, Dist. by Reckitt Benckiser Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224, Made in India, NDC 63824-528-22-01, NDC 63824-528-22-00, UPC 63824-52822-9 | Reckitt Benckiser LLC | Class I | Terminated | 20150902 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Biofreeze Day and Overnight used for?
Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: ■ simple backache ■ arthritis ■ strains ■ bruises ■ sprains
Who makes Biofreeze Day and Overnight?
Reckitt Benckiser LLC is the labeler of record for Biofreeze Day and Overnight. 193 FDA label records share the active ingredient MENTHOL, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.
Is Biofreeze Day and Overnight 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 MENTHOL?
Yes. 193 FDA drug label records list MENTHOL 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 Biofreeze Day and Overnight been recalled?
5 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. Review the recall and safety notices section on this page and confirm lot numbers against the official FDA enforcement report.
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.
This page reproduces FDA Structured Product Labelling data for identification and reference. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and does not sell or price any medicine.