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Does Application Of Expired Bengay Cause Any Adverse Effects?

Used bengay on my 3 year old because he injured himself and was unable to walk on his foot. Didn't realize till afterwards that I shouldn't have applied it and that it had expired in 2010. I have washed it off since. When will it be okay for me to stop worrying about adverse effects?
Mon, 13 Jul 2015
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. You should be worried but not too much. Your remedy is expired and not active, do not be very worried. if he is allergic to menthol or methyl salicylate; or to aspirin or other salicylates (e.g., salsalate); or if he has any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems, but if he doesn't have reaction during 20 min,then its OK.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

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Does Application Of Expired Bengay Cause Any Adverse Effects?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. You should be worried but not too much. Your remedy is expired and not active, do not be very worried. if he is allergic to menthol or methyl salicylate; or to aspirin or other salicylates (e.g., salsalate); or if he has any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems, but if he doesn t have reaction during 20 min,then its OK. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.