(3 pack) Equate Extra Strength Cool & Heat Pain Relieving Cream Menthol 10% Methyl Salcylate 30%, 3 oz, Compare to Icy Hot® Cream Active Ingredients

This cream has been a big help for my nighttime sciatica pain. It doesn't take the pain away completely, but it definitely numbs it enough for me to finally fall asleep comfortably. The texture is great—not greasy at all—and it has a pleasant, mild smell that isn't overpowering like some other pain creams. One thing that made me laugh: Walmart asked me to rate the taste. I've never tried tasting it (and definitely don't recommend anyone do that!), but as far as actual performance goes, it works very well. If you're looking for a budget-friendly alternative to the name brand, this Equate version is a solid choice for temporary pain relief. I'll keep using it!

I'm going to assume that when this revieew asked me to rate the taste, they actually wanted me to rate the odor - it smells exactly like every other OTC topical pain relief cream/ointment that contains menthol/methyl salicylate. My arthritis is severe enough that I'm never pain-free. The only way for me to be reasonably pain is to have both knees surgically replaced. Cool %26 Heat helps to make my pain tolerable. I'm usually able to keep up with my daily chores %26 sometimes I'm able to do something just for fun. I plan to repurchase %26 re-repurchase Equate Cool %26 Heat. It has earned a permanent place in my OTC medical stash.