4head 90% w/w Cutaneous Stick

This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use it carefully to get the best results from it. Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need more information or advice.

You must contact a doctor or pharmacist if your symptoms worsen or if you get lots of headaches.

If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

1. What 4head is and what it is used for
2. Before you use 4head
3. How to use 4head
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store 4head
6. Further information

4head stick is not known to affect, or be affected by, any other medicines.

This product can be used during pregnancy and while breast-feeding.

The ingredients have been in widespread use in this and similar preparations for many years, without significant adverse reports. However, safety trials have not been conducted. If you are pregnant and often have headaches, tell your midwife or doctor so that they can advise you. Severe headaches in pregnancy can be a sign of high blood pressure and you should seek urgent advice.

Using this product is not known to affect your ability to drive or use machinery.

• Before use, remove both the outer cap and the small inner cap from the top of the dispenser.
• Whilst holding the upper section of the dispenser, twist the base anti-clockwise until the levomenthol stick protrudes from the top.
• Apply the stick gently across the forehead (taking care to avoid the eyes).
• After use, retract the stick into the dispenser and replace both caps.
• Reapply as and when required (unless the skin sensations become too strong).

The product may cause irritation if it comes into contact with the eyes or mouth. If this occurs, rinse the affected site with plenty of water. If rinsing one eye, take care to avoid washing product into the other eye. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

If the product is accidentally swallowed, go to a hospital Accident & Emergency department straight away, taking this leaflet with you.

Symptoms can include severe tummy pain, sickness, dizziness, drowsiness, impaired co-ordination and unconsciousness. Emergency stomach washout may be required, as levomenthol is toxic if swallowed.

If you use too much of this product the skin sensation may become too strong. If this happens, use it less frequently or apply it over a smaller area.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

The active ingredient is levomenthol (90% w/w).

The other ingredients are macrogol 20000 and peppermint oil.

The stick is a hard, white to off-white opaque material, with a smooth appearance.

The stick is available in a dispenser containing 3.6g. Each dispenser is fitted with an inner and outer cap.