I Googled BioFreeze and they have their own website. They also offer several sample packets of the gel. I emailed them for a sample package. It includes an information brochure with more info on the product and where it can be purchased. It comes in a spray-on formula now as well.

http://www.biofreeze.com/products.php

I'm so tickled they offer a sample so I can try it without shelling out more money for something that may or may not work for me.

ETA: I find this disturbing in their FAQ's:

Q: Will Biofreeze cause an adverse effect if I am taking other medications?

A: No. Biofreeze is only a topical pain reliever and does not enter the bloodstream. We do suggest that you always check with your Health Care Professional before using Biofreeze.

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Q: If I am Pregnant or nursing – Can I use Biofreeze?

A: No, Biofreeze has not been tested on pregnant or nursing women. We do not suggest that you use the product while pregnant or nursing. Please consult with your Health Care Professional.

Anything put on the skin is absorbed into the body to one degree or another. And if this isn't the case then the next FAQ about using during pregnancy would be irrelevant. So, where can I find info about this? Also, there was a recent article in the news about a female athlete that died from using a specific formulation of Ben-Gay. She was absorbing it into her system and apparently had a sensitivity to it that caused kidney failure, if I remember the specifics of the article accurately. The actual agent that caused her kidney failure is known as a toxic substance in certain ways of using or doses. Found a link to an article that mentions this:

http://www.medicinenet.com/script/ma...ticlekey=81865