Class 3 OTC DrugTopical PatchWarming Type
Salonpas Tsubo Kori Patch
Mini warming patches for the points where you feel stiffness and pain
✦ Contains herbal ingredients✦ Warming sensation✦ Pinpoint application✦ Lightly scented✦ Beige color
Ideal for / When to use
Shoulder
Those concerned about shoulder stiffness and pain
When you want to apply directly to shoulder points that feel stiff or painful when pressed with a finger.
Lower back
Those with localized discomfort in the lower back or back
For lower back and back care when you want to target sore spots rather than cover a wide area.
Muscle
Those who also want to apply to moving areas such as the calves
With a flexible material, for times when localized muscle pain or stiffness in movable areas is a concern.
Out
Those who want a milder scent for use while out and about
When you want a lightly scented, beige-colored patch that is less noticeable under thin clothing.
Product Overview
Salonpas Tsubo Kori Patch is a warming topical medicine designed to be applied directly to points where you feel stiffness or pain. These round mini-size patches contain herbal ingredients and can be applied pinpoint to the affected area on the shoulders, back, lower back, calves, and more, wherever needed. Designed so the warming sensation helps promote blood circulation in the affected area, with a flexible feel, a discreet beige color, and a light scent for everyday use.
Product Features
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Pinpoint patch with herbal ingredients
Herbal ingredients
A patch formulated with herbal ingredients, designed so you can target areas where you feel stiffness or pain.
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Warming sensation to help promote circulation in the affected area
Warming
Suitable for use intended to deliver a gentle warming sensation to the affected area and help promote blood circulation.
03
Round mini size for use anywhere
Pinpoint
The round mini size lets you apply directly to painful points on the shoulders, back, lower back, calves, and more.
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Lightly scented
Lightly scented so the odor is less of a concern even when you are out and about.
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Flexible, gentle fit
Made with a soft, flexible material designed to stay in place even on movable areas.
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Discreet beige color
A beige color that is less noticeable even under thin clothing.
Indications
Shoulder stiffness, joint pain, lower back pain, muscle pain, bruises, sprains, fracture pain, tenosynovitis (hand/wrist pain), elbow pain (such as tennis elbow), accompanying symptoms of chilliness (shoulder stiffness, lower back pain, neuralgia, rheumatism)
Dosage and Administration
| Age |
Amount per use |
Times per day |
| Adults (15 years and older) |
Apply to the affected area |
Several times a day |
Press with a finger to locate points where you feel stiffness or pain, peel the patch from the clear backing, and apply directly to the targeted area. For especially troublesome spots, you may also apply multiple patches together. Use only as directed; if anything is unclear, consult a pharmacist or registered seller. For whether use in children is appropriate and for full details, check the package insert.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
QHow should I apply it?
AFind the spots that feel stiff or painful when pressed with a finger, peel the Tsubo Kori Patch from the clear backing, and apply it directly to the targeted area. After application, you should begin to feel a warming sensation after a short time.
QCan I apply multiple patches to a troublesome area?
AFor areas with troublesome stiffness, you may also apply multiple patches together. However, stay within the stated dosage and administration, and pay attention to the condition of your skin.
QWhich areas can it be used on?
AOn the shoulders, back, lower back, calves, and more—the round mini size lets you apply pinpoint to the painful affected area without being limited by location. The flexible material also makes it easy to apply to movable areas.
⚠️ Precautions for Use
- This product is a medicine. Read the package insert carefully before use.
- Use only as directed for dosage and administration.
- If you have sensitive skin or are prone to rash, always check the condition of your skin before use.
- If skin symptoms such as rash, redness, itching, or pain occur, discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- Do not use on damaged skin, mucous membranes, or areas with eczema or rash.
- Do not use around the eyes or on mucous membranes.
- If you notice any abnormality during or after use, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- If you are unsure about combining with other topical medicines or about continued use, consult a healthcare professional.
📦 Storage Precautions
- Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container.
- Do not use the product after the expiration date.
● Features
● Contains herbal medicine, promotes blood circulation in the affected area with a warming sensation, effectively relieving stiffness and pain.
● Round mini size allows pinpoint use on areas such as shoulders, back, waist, and calves without limitation.
● Made of soft and flexible material, so it adheres well even on movable parts, providing peace of mind.
● Mildly scented type that is not bothersome even when out.
【Class 3 OTC Drug】
●Efficacy/Effects
Stiff shoulders, lower back pain, muscle pain, muscle fatigue, bruises, sprains, joint pain, fracture pain, chilblains
＜Precautions related to Efficacy/Effects＞
●Dosage and Administration
Apply to the affected area several times a day.
＜Precautions related to Dosage and Administration＞
(1) When used on children, use under the guidance and supervision of a guardian.
(2) Do not warm the area where this product is applied with a kotatsu or electric blanket.
(3) Since strong stimulation may be felt, remove this product at least one hour before bathing. Also, wait about 30 minutes after bathing before use.
(4) Apply to clean skin on the affected area.
(5) People with sensitive skin should not apply continuously to the same area.
●Ingredients/Quantity
Per 100g of ointment:
Glycol salicylate 2.55g
l-Menthol 5.11g
Phellodendron bark powder 1.7g
Tocopherol acetate 0.43g
Nonyl vanillylamide 0.016g
(Diameter 2.5cm)
〔Additives〕
Titanium oxide, aluminum hydroxide, hydrogenated rosin glycerol ester, styrene-isoprene-styrene block copolymer, terpene resin, polyisobutylene, liquid paraffin
＜Precautions related to Ingredients/Quantity＞
●Dosage Form
Plaster (external use - plaster)
●Precautions for Use
■Do not do (Contraindications)
［If not followed, current symptoms may worsen or side effects may occur more easily.］
Do not use on the following areas:
(1) Around the eyes, mucous membranes, etc.
(2) Eczema, rash, wounds.
■Consult
1. The following people must consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before use:
People who have had allergic reactions to medicines.
2. If the following symptoms appear after use, they may be side effects. Stop use immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this box.
［Affected area: Symptoms］
Skin: rash, redness, itching, rash, pain, pigmentation, skin peeling
3. If symptoms do not improve after 5 to 6 days of use, stop use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this box.
●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to other containers (may cause misuse or change quality).
(4) After opening, fold the bag opening and store it in the box.
