SALONPAS
Peakmenthol, methyl salicylate
NDATOPICALPATCH
Approved
Feb 2008
Lifecycle
Peak
Competitive Pressure
8/100
Data completeness
2/8 — Basic
Drug data last refreshed 5d ago · AI intelligence enriched 2w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
SALONPAS is a topical patch containing menthol and methyl salicylate, two over-the-counter analgesic and counterirritant agents. It is used for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint aches and pains associated with arthritis, backache, strains, and sprains. The active ingredients work by producing a warming or cooling sensation that masks pain perception at the application site.
Peak3.7 years to LOE
Product is in peak commercial phase with significant competitive pressure (8/10), suggesting a well-resourced but defending brand team focused on market share retention.
Mechanism of Action
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Indications
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Why This Matters for Your Career
LOE in ~4 years — strategic planning for patent cliff underway
Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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