menthol-methyl salicylate topical
| Per policy, orders for these non-formulary agents will be changed to formulary equivalents. | |
|---|---|
| Non-Formulary Agent | Formulary Equivalent |
| analgesic creams (Analgesic Balm, Ben Gay, Salicylate cream, other brands) | trolamine (Myoflex) |
| Pediatric Pharmacy Association 2025 KIDs List of Key Potentially Inappropriate Drugs in Pediatrics | |
|---|---|
| Medication: | salicylic acid (topical) |
| Key Potentially Inappropriate Drugs in Pediatrics (KIDs) List: Second Edition (Table 1) | |
| Drug | salicylates |
| Risk/Rationale | Reye syndrome |
| Recommendation | Caution in 18 yr of age and younger with suspicion of viral illness (influenza and varicella) |
| Quality of evidence: Very low, Strength of Recommendation: Weak | |