Salonpas Pain Patch for Muscle Pain User Reviews (Page 2)

• pje...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 25, 2018

"These patches don't stay on at all. They are a waste of money. I used to buy the Dollar General brand before, and they stayed on forever, but Dollar General no longer carries what I used to buy, so I tried Salonpas patch, which was a waste of money."

• MoJ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 26, 2021

"Recently diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Suffering from terrible back, hip, and side pain. Bought these thinking they are worth a try. I am so happy I did. My pain eased enough to sleep, and I still feel the effects a couple of days later. I've only used one at a time, but it's enough for me. I find them awkward to put on my back, but my husband helps. I take my time and do it carefully, if it folds over, I just slowly peel it apart. They stick well, no wrinkling or falling off. They smell amazing!"

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

"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."

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

"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."

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

"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!"

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

"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."

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

"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

"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."

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

"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."

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

"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."

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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐."

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

"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!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 8, 2021

"Horrible! I used these patches for a few years and loved them. Now, with the new gel design, they are a waste of your money. Once you move, they begin to roll off, it's difficult to keep one on your body. I wish they had never changed the design to gel patches. I can no longer support this product and advise everyone not to waste their money. Please go back to the original patches. Listen to your customers."

• Anonymous
• December 3, 2021

"I just love these Salonpas patches, it's really helping my lower pains that come with muscle spasms. It is really helping with the pain I have been having for 4 days. I just got these today, it is such a relief. The pain is finally going away, and I can sleep better tonight."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 12, 2018

"Have used for four or five years with no side effects... muscle strain four days ago after Pilates in left side neck, upper cervical, scapula. Applied four patches across back of neck; woke up three hours later, different tingling burning pain. Attributed to continued muscle strain; removed patches five hours later, showered. Several hours later noted more strained discomfort, burning; felt bumps in my scalp close to posterior neck. Slept restlessly and with continued burning sensation. Husband noted red bumps and marks over left side of neck. Called your customer care line; closed. Called Costco where purchased Lot SAO8U Exp 09/2019."

• fka...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2023

"I tried the patch for a sore muscle in my shoulder. It was hard to put on, and the end curled up. It didn't warm up very much and gave no pain relief whatsoever. Not worth the money I paid for them. Won't ever buy it again."

• Pog...
• July 25, 2019

"These patches are absolutely worthless, they roll off and do nothing. Will never buy again, threw 4 patches in the trash, unopened. What a waste of money, they need to be taken off the market."

• Lyr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 27, 2020

"I have found relief with neck, shoulder, upper arm, and elbow pain. No side effects."

• Nec...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 29, 2019

"I wish I had read reviews before purchasing Salonpas Pain Patch. I don’t know if the product works because it wouldn’t stick to my skin!"