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Sports cream overdose

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Definition

Sports cream overdose is poisoning due to creams or ointments that treat aches and pains.


Alternative Names

Ben-Gay; Menthol and methyl-salicylate; Methyl-salicylate and menthol


Poisonous Ingredient
  • Methyl-salicylate
  • Menthol

Where Found

Methyl-salicylates and menthol are found in many over-the-counter pain-relieving creams.


Review Date: 02/13/2006
Reviewed By: Stephen C Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA MedicalCenter, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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