Salonpas Pain Patch User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Vic...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 8, 2021

For Muscle Pain "Personally, I used these Salonpas Pain Patches several times, and twice I was having terrible pain. Neither time did they work. They are a waste of time and money. They do not work, and this is from my very own personal experience. Thank you."

• Jes...
• May 12, 2021

For Osteoarthritis "Since I only recently purchased my first package, I do not know what the old one was like. I have had so much relief from the latest formula. My sister recommended them, and I love them for arthritic back and hips. I only use a small patch. I can see how large ones might be hard to apply without help, but I haven't had any trouble at all, and they stay on just fine. My stepdaughter recently visited, and her knees were hurting. They helped her as well. Don't change a thing. Advice from a new loyal customer."

• Sun...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2020

For Muscle Pain "I used Salonpas patches for muscle pain. I did not receive any relief due to the patches not sticking to the skin. I washed and dried the skin thoroughly. I remember Salonpas patches worked a few years ago and stayed stuck until they were taken off and they relieved the pain. Now, maybe the patch stays stuck on the skin approximately 15 minutes and rolls off. No pain relief at all. Waste of time and money."

• Deb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 26, 2018

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I was having knee pain, so I bought the cream and a patch. I rubbed the cream, and the following day, my knee and the back of my thigh were inflamed and swollen with blisters, and I felt like I had a fever. The swelling was so bad I could not bend my knee. It took one month to get rid of the side effects. Consult your doctor. This over-the-counter cream is dangerous."

• Bar...
• May 5, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "These patches have made life bearable and sleep possible. I was suffering from severe pain from arthritis and also ruptured discs. I have been able to function and go about life with the aid of these patches."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 19, 2019

For Muscle Pain "I have a 37° curve in my spine, and when my lidocaine patches were no longer covered, I reached for Salonpas. I wore them as directed and received 2nd degree chemical burns on my back. This product should NOT be on the shelves!"

• Mon...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 10, 2019

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "These saved Salonpas patches for me. They are strong enough to help my pain! I have arthritis all over. I don’t use them for my eyes, but I have arthritis in my eyes. You guys saved me. They stay stuck for 24 hours. Thank you, for my life is better because of Salonpas!!!"

• RCa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2021

For Muscle Pain "I wish I could tell you if it works, but after spending 13 bucks on a package, I threw one on my shoulder, and within 5 minutes max, it became all bunched up, then fell off. Waste of money, will never use another product that they make."

• Jil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 10, 2018

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "Stuck on Salonpas on my strained ankle, and within a few hours, had a patch of red rashes with blisters. One week later, the whole patch became scaly and thick with countless blisters that broke and crusted. This is some dangerous medicated plaster. I never had an allergy that bad!"

• nic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2020

For Muscle Pain "Salonpas Pain Patch is hard to apply when you live alone and the pain is on your back. It was a struggle to keep it from folding over on itself and next to impossible to get it in the right place. It is sort of on the area now, wrinkled, and I am waiting for something to happen. I probably will return to Voltaren."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2017

For Muscle Pain "Never buy this again. Salonpas Lidocaine patch never touched my pain. I couldn't tell I had it on. Couldn't feel the medicine doing anything. $10 for the box. Now I'm stuck with my pain and patches that don't work."

• New...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 17, 2023

"Both my boyfriend and I have been using these patches for a number of weeks now. One patch lasts 8-10 hours. We bought from eBay at a fraction of the price charged by the local chemists. They have been absolutely amazing in reducing our serious pain. Highly recommended."

• Rob...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 23, 2022

For Muscle Pain "Surprised by some of the adverse comments regarding this product. I find instant relief and long-lasting relief when I use them for shoulder and neck pain. And I can now get a good night's sleep with their use. And they are really simple to apply. Good product."

• Jan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 7, 2022

For Osteoarthritis "I prefer the older white patches as they stuck all night. But I will say they take my pain away in about 1/2 hour and work great! They need to make their patches stick better! Call customer service and they are rude. I buy patches and use them but wish the white ones were back for people NOT allergic to latex!"

• DCN...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 8, 2021

For Muscle Pain "I've used Salonpas Patch for muscle pain for a few years. They definitely help the pain every time. Yes, they do have a tendency to stick to themselves, which is awkward. But it is possible to keep them usable. I just have to pay attention and don't rush. I wipe the area with a cloth wetted with alcohol. They always stay for me then. I'm having back spasms now, and a prescription muscle relaxer hasn't touched the pain. These took it away. Well worth the effort."

• Dou...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 19, 2021

For Osteoarthritis "Had a kink in my neck for weeks, and OTC pain relievers were not making a dent. Tried Salonpas, and they worked the very first time. Very impressed with how quickly the pain/discomfort was reduced, for the most part eliminated. For the price, to me, they are the best value out there for nagging pain and discomfort. Someone did mention that they need to be applied to the muscle(s) in the target area, and not on or too near any bone(s). I did have two times I tried them on my knee, and there was not much improvement. On my neck above the spine (thoracic?), I put one on the meaty area between that and the back of my head, and it is amazing."

• And...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 10, 2020

For Muscle Pain "I bought the 105 mg/31.5 medicated plaster. After reading mixed reviews, I decided to take a chance as in so much pain. Had neck and shoulder pain for a couple of years. The plaster stuck well to clean, dry skin, and after the second day, I could feel a difference. It says not to wear after 3 days, however, when you open a pack of 5, you need to use them, so I did, and I think they are really worth buying. I will definitely keep them in the house to use. I also use a hot water bottle directly on the pain, which gives some comfort. Hope this helps."

• Kim...
• March 6, 2017

For Muscle Pain "I used 2 of the Salonpas with lidocaine patches for muscle pain in my shoulder and neck area. Started getting a rash after the second application. The rash is in the shape of the patch, very itchy and bumpy, and looks like it could blister."

• Chu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 3, 2018

For Muscle Pain "Purchased the Salonpas Pain Relieving Gel-Patch HOT for muscle pain in my shoulder at the recommendation of a pharmacist. The box I purchased had an expiration date of 10-2019, however, not one of the first three patches I used created any heat whatsoever. Pathetic product. Threw the remaining three patches in the trash and went back to TheraMax heat patches, which are excellent."

• nad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 10, 2023

For Muscle Pain "I’ve been using Salonpas for a long time now, and this is the only time that I experienced a side effect. The skin where I placed the patch leaves a hive or a big whole rash, and it is so itchy and uncomfortable."

• Ray...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 15, 2023

For Muscle Pain "I have a rotator cuff that has been repaired and is trashed again. No hope of fixing it now. I also am on Xarelto for blood clots, and taking NSAIDs makes me bleed in bad places. I have been using these for a few months now with pretty good results. Not great results, but they do seem to allow me to sleep. I find that if you wipe the area with alcohol to remove skin oils prior to application, they stick pretty well. They are okay for true muscle pain, but not bony or cartilaginous structures. Also, yes, you have to rotate application sites because they will cause a chemical burn in about three days."

• Sus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 2, 2023

For Muscle Pain "These do not provide a 'miracle cure' (nor did I expect them to), but they have definitely helped with my husband's stiff neck and shoulder pain. I have been applying them to his neck and shoulders in the afternoon; then he takes a nap with a supportive pillow and feels much better when he awakens. I have not had the opportunity to try other brands/products, but I can say that these do work and are not a waste of money. I would (and probably will) buy them again."

• Tha...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 27, 2022

For Muscle Pain "I hurt my lower back. I tried Salonpas, and it worked great. I was having a lot of lower back pain and was unable to sleep. Since using, I find if you can find the point of the most painful area and apply it, it works great, I sleep like a baby. Also, the price isn't bad anymore and is inexpensive at Dollar General. I give the patches 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐."

• Bri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2024

"Disabled by stroke. I cannot walk, so I swim using only my right arm; however, reaching out to paddle results in shoulder pain, sometimes severe. A 1965 classmate recommended trying Salonpas, so my wife got a box today. I had one on my shoulder for about 8 hours, and it really helped! I was surprised, but convinced and pain-free. It stayed on till I got out of my shower tonight. It was then a crumpled sticky mess, hard to get tossed away. I'll have another after swimming tomorrow. Highly recommended!"

• Gre...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 7, 2022

For Muscle Pain "I had very severe pain from a pulled, overworked leg muscle, above and below my knee. Tried to get an appointment with my acupuncturist, and my friend recommended I try the patches until then. They were exceptional in helping to alleviate my severe pain! I have read you should only use three patches, but my box illustration shows four on a person's body, and this has worked great. The range of motion in my leg is getting better every day. I am a very happy customer!"