Tiger Balm Active Muscle Gel

Tiger Balm Active Muscle Gel is uniquely designed to take care of your muscles after exercise or a tough workout. Its menthol and methyl salicylate-based formula helps to alleviate soreness and fatigue in muscles, aiding in recovery. The gel provides a cooling sensation that helps provide fast-acting pain relief for achy muscles. Its unique formula eases muscle tension and improves flexibility, allowing you to stay active without any hindrance.

  • Post-exercise cool-down and pain relief
  • Effective cooling relief of soreness and fatigue
  • Mildly scented
  • Non-greasy, no sticky feeling
  • Paraben Free
  • Non-staining
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Tiger Balm Active Muscle Gel

Available in 2 oz (60 g)

Customer Reviews

I like this gel...works within a few minutes...will buy again

Sparrow (Walmart.com) -

Great product I purchased it for my husband he loves using it

Mimk (Walgreens) -

I love this product! It is a gel and is not messy to use. I would recommend for minor aches and pains.

Karen -

I love using this before and after I go on a run to help with any muscle cramps or tightness!

Loran -

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  • Adults and children over 12 years of age, rub well on your aches and pains.
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  • Repeat application of Tiger Balm Active Muscle Gel 3 to 4 times daily to relieve stiff muscles and pains.
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  • For children 12 years of age or younger, consult a doctor before use.

Main Ingredients

Methyl Salicylate, Menthol

Important Notes:

  • Store at room temperature.
  • For external use only. Use only as directed. Refer to product label for details.

This ointment is for temporary relief of shoulder pain, neck pain, and minor aches and pains associated with:

  • Joint and muscle pain
  • Arthritis

DRUG FACTS:

  • Active Ingredients: Camphor 11% (Topical Analgesic), Menthol 10% (Topical Analgesic)
  • Inactive Ingredients: Cajuput Oil, Cassia Oil, Clove Oil, Dementholized Mint Oil and Paraffin Petrolatum

Warnings: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. When using this product:

Use only as directed

  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
  • Do not apply to wounds, damaged or irritated skin
  • Do not bandage or cover with wrap or use heating pad
  • Do not use 1 hour prior to bathing or 30 minutes after bathing
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if:
    • Condition worsens
    • Severe skin irritation occurs
    • Pain persists for more than 7 days
    • Pain clears up and then recurs a few days later

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Other Information: This product may cause allergic reaction in some individuals. Test on a small area before use. Tiger Balm® Red Extra Strength may stain cloth items. To avoid the possibility of stains, use Tiger Balm Ultra Strength Ointment.

Directions:

  • For adults and children over 12, rub well on the affected area. Repeat 3 to 4 times daily.
  • For children 12 years of age or younger, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • WHAT IS TIGER BALM AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

    Tiger Balm is used as a topical pain relief product, and is made from a blend of herbal ingredients that provides safe and effective pill-free relief for aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis, backache, strains, and sprains. Tiger Balm has various uses including muscle strain relief, neck pain relief, back pain relief, and shoulder pain relief. Our various Tiger Balm products come in a variety of forms and formulations to suit your lifestyle, and can also help with pre- and post-workout recovery in athletes.

    When Tiger Balm is applied onto the skin, it generates a warming sensation due to the increased blood flow to the area of application. The effective blend of herbal ingredients also offers targeted pain relief.

  • WHAT TYPES OF PRODUCTS DOES TIGER BALM MAKE TO RELIEVE ACHES AND PAINS?

    Tiger Balm is available for use in the following forms:

    • Ointments (Ultra Strength, Extra Strength, Ultra Strength Sports Rub)
    • Patches (Pain Relieving Patch, Large Pain Relieving Patches)
    • Rubs (Neck & Shoulder Rub, Arthritis Rub, Active Muscle Rub)
    • Oil (Liniment)
    • Gel (Active Muscle Gel)
    • Spray (Active Muscle Spray)
  • WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE USE OF TIGER BALM AND OTHER TOPICAL PAIN RELIEVERS?

    Unlike most other topical pain relief products, Tiger Balm is formulated using a blend of herbal ingredients.

    Tiger Balm has more than 100 years of proven success and is trusted by millions of people in many countries around the world.

  • CAN TIGER BALM BE USED ALONG WITH ORAL PAIN RELIEVERS?

    Please consult with a medical professional before using Tiger Balm products with oral pain relievers.

  • WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS USED IN TIGER BALM?

    Camphor and menthol are the primary active ingredients used in most Tiger Balm products. To see a complete list of ingredients for any of our products, choose from the “Product” menu above.

  • WHICH TIGER BALM PRODUCT USES THE STRONGEST FORMULA?

    Tiger Balm Ultra Strength Ointment contains the strongest concentration of our active ingredients Camphor (11%) and Menthol (11%).

  • WHERE DOES TIGER BALM’S UNIQUE SMELL COME FROM?

    The one-of-a-kind herbal blend of our active ingredients, Camphor, Menthol, Cassia Oil, etc. produces Tiger Balm’s trademark aroma.If you are looking for a low-odor pain relief product, we recommend using our Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Patches, which deliver targeted pain relief with minimal odor. Alternatively, you can also use our Tiger Balm Neck & Shoulder Rub or Tiger Balm Active Muscle Rub.

  • DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION TO BUY TIGER BALM?

    No, Tiger Balm products can be purchased and used without a prescription. Find your nearest Tiger Balm retailer or buy Tiger Balm online with our Store Locator. Tiger Balm is available at leading retailers nation-wide including Walmart and Amazon. You can also check out our Tiger Balm promotions for limited-time deals on our products.

  • IS TIGER BALM FDA APPROVED?

    All Tiger Balm products comply with the regulations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

  • IS TIGER BALM SAFE TO USE?

    Tiger Balm is safe for a wide range of pain relief uses when used as directed. Please follow the instructions on the package and consult a medical professional if you have any questions or concerns about using Tiger Balm.

    Tiger Balm may cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. We recommend testing on a small area before widespread use.

  • IS TIGER BALM SAFE TO USE ON CHILDREN?

    All Tiger Balm products can be used by children over the age of 12 years old. For children younger than 12 years old, please check with a medical professional before using Tiger Balm.

  • IS TIGER BALM MADE FROM TIGERS?

    No tigers have ever been harmed in the making of Tiger Balm. The tiger represents strength and its ability to pounce on pain. We got our name from one of our founders, Aw Boon Haw, whose name translates to “Gentle Tiger”.

  • IS TIGER BALM VEGAN AND GLUTEN-FREE?

    Our products’ strength comes from a combination of herbal ingredients and there are no animal byproducts used in most Tiger Balm products.

    Tiger Balm Arthritis Rub does use Glucosamine and Chondroitin which come from animal and shellfish sources.

    All Tiger Balm products are gluten-free.

  • CAN TIGER BALM PRODUCTS STAIN CLOTHES?

    The cassia oil found in our Extra Strength Ointment creates its unique red color and also has the tendency to stain clothes. For stain-free options, check out any of our other Tiger Balm products for use.

  • HOW LONG HAS TIGER BALM BEEN AROUND AND HOW DID TIGER BALM GET ITS NAME?

    Tiger Balm was first created more than 100 years ago, and has served various pain relief uses ever since. It is named after one of our founders, Aw Boon Haw, whose name translates to “Gentle Tiger”.

  • WHERE IS TIGER BALM MADE?

    Tiger Balm products are made in China, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Taiwan.

  • WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your use of any Tiger Balm products, within 30 days of purchase, please contact us.

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