Backaid: the backaid specialist. Relieving backache pain since 1988
Backaid: The back pain specialist

Two ways to back pain relief

Try caplets and patches together for maximum relief

BACKAID Caplets - Powerful combination attacks back pain with a one-two punch
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Maximum Strength

Powerful Combination

Powerful Combination

Relieves backache & sciatica pain

Relieves backache & sciatica pain

Eases pain of inflammation

6-hour formula

6-hour formula

Aspirin free

Aspirin free

BACKAID Heat Therapy Patches - Targeted powerful back and muscle pain relief
Up to 16 hours of targeted pain relief*

Up to 16 hours of targeted pain relief*

Deep muscle relaxation

Drug free

Drug free

Odor free

Ultra thin

Ultra thin

Quickly heats up to ideal temperature

*Up to 8 hours of heat plus an additional 8 hours of pain relief once the product is removed. Actual duration depends on usage and storage conditions.

Back pain relief

Back pain, again?
Reach for Backaid.

We've got your back

Keep these tips in mind and your back will thank you.

Stay as active
as possible

Stretch and strengthen your back muscles regularly

Woman exercising

Actively protect your back; maintain good posture and always lift with your legs

Man carrying a box

Soothe with cold initially to reduce inflammation then with heat to relax the muscles and enhance blood flow

Woman holding back due to pain

Did you know?

49% of Americans have experienced back pain in the past year, making it one of the most common types of pain.

When your back is bothering you, over-the-counter (OTC) solutions such as acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help relieve symptoms.

NSAIDs and acetaminophen (the pain reliever in Backaid) work differently, so sometimes doctors recommend taking both medications. This often offers better pain relief than taking one type of pain medication. Some people find that alternating between the two also helps lessen the pain as one dose wears off. You may be able to use Backaid along with an NSAID pain reliever. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this approach is right for you.

If you’ve been taking an NSAID or acetaminophen to manage back pain for three months or more, you may have what’s called chronic pain. You should see a doctor to at least find out if you’re taking the right medication at the right dose.

Frequently
Asked Questions

BACKAID CAPLETS

USE

The dosage for Backaid is two caplets with a full glass of water every 6 hours while symptoms persist but not to exceed 3 doses (6 caplets) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor. Be sure to read all product package label Directions, Uses and Warnings and follow them carefully.

We recommend speaking with your doctor or your pharmacist before using Backaid with any other medications or dietary supplements.

The difficulty you may experience when opening Backaid blister packs is most likely due to the Child Resistant Closure (CRC) packaging. Federal regulations require CRC packaging for products that contain acetaminophen, such as Backaid. We apologize for the inconvenience. As recommended on the blister card backing, you may find it to be easier to open the blisters with scissors. However, to better serve our consumers, we also offer an alternative to our blister card packaging in the form of an easy open bottle. Backaid bottles are currently available at CVS and Amazon.

FORMULA

Each Backaid caplet contains 500 mg acetaminophen, a pain reliever, and 75 mg of caffeine, a pain relief enhancer.

Caffeine helps the pain reliever acetaminophen work better.
Yes. The Backaid formula changed from acetaminophen (500 mg) and pamabrom (25 mg) to acetaminophen (500 mg) and caffeine (75 mg). The improved formula is highly effective at temporarily relieving minor backache and sciatica pain.
We updated the formula to align with the latest industry standards. You can still count on the same trusted benefits.
Yes. Caffeine-Free Diurex contains 50 mg of pamabrom in each one-caplet dose, for the relief of temporary water bloat associated with the premenstrual and menstrual periods.

BACKAID HEAT THERAPY PATCHES

USE

Open the plastic wrapper when ready to use. Peel away paper to reveal adhesive side. Place on area of pain with adhesive side toward the skin. Attach firmly. Do not use for more than eight hours within a 24-hour period. Please note that the product may take up to 30 minutes to heat up.
Yes, Backaid Heat Therapy Patches come in two sizes: wide for lower back and hips and medium for upper back, shoulders and neck.
For persons aged 12-54, this product may be applied directly to skin; except with medicated patches, lotions, creams or ointments, on broken or sensitive skin (such as your abdomen), on areas of bruising or swelling that have occurred within 48 hours, on areas you are not capable of applying or removing the heat patch by yourself, on areas of the body where heat cannot be felt, if you are bedridden or prone to skin ulcers, or with other forms of heat, including electric heat. Note: this product is not recommended for persons under the age of 12. If you are 55 years of age or older, you should wear the heat patch over a layer of clothing and not directly against your skin, as your risk of burns increases with age.
Skin becomes thinner and more sensitive as people age. Therefore, the risk of burns while using this product is increased for persons 55 years of age and older.
Backaid Heat Therapy Patches can reach temperatures up to 126.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
Backaid Heat Therapy Patches can be used immediately upon removal from the plastic wrapper; however, they may take up to 30 minutes to heat up.
As Backaid Heat Therapy Patches produce heat, sleeping while using them should be avoided to prevent potential burns.
No, they are one-time use only.
You may discard the product in your household trash.

HOW IT WORKS

Backaid Heat Therapy Patches use therapeutic heat to effectively melt away muscle tension and stiffness. Each patch heats up quickly to provide deep muscle relaxation to relieve pain and reduce stiffness. The heat deeply penetrates the skin so that you can enjoy up to an additional 8 hours of relief after the patch has been removed.
Therapeutic heat is slightly warmer than your skin temperature and provides comfortable yet powerful heat relief without the risk of burns when used as directed. Backaid Heat Therapy Patches use therapeutic heat to effectively melt away muscle tension and stiffness.
Backaid Heat Therapy Patches can provide an additional 8 hours of pain relief after the product has been removed.

INGREDIENTS

Backaid Heat Therapy Patches contain iron powder, activated charcoal, water, salt, vermiculite, and polymer.
Backaid Heat Therapy Patch is a medical device that does not contain any drug ingredients. As such, the FDA does not require the ingredients to be listed on the packaging.
No, Backaid Heat Therapy Patches do not contain latex.
Each medium-sized patch contains approximately 15 grams of iron powder, and each wide-sized patch contains approximately 30 grams of iron powder.

OTHER

No, Backaid Heat Therapy Patches are safe to discard in normal household trash.
No, this product is air-activated; do not microwave.
We recommend calling your microwave manufacturer regarding any possible damage that may have occurred or precautions that should be taken.
As diabetes can damage nerves and blood vessels, persons with diabetes may have sensitive skin and be more prone to burns.
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We recommend contacting a veterinarian immediately.
They are safe for airline travel; however, you should check with your airline regarding any possible restrictions.