Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it expires 2 years from date of manufacture. There is a sticker on the back of each patch package, that lists what the expiration date is.
No. You cannot show with lunapatch. The gel will absorb the water and lose its adhesivity(stickiness). You can however take off the lunapatch prior to showering then re-apply the same patch right after toweling off.
None of the ingredients are known allergens. It should not cause any allergic reaction. If you do experience it please stop use immediately.
It’s simple. Lunapatch contains elemental magnesium which corrodes and gives off solvated electrons which neutralize free radicals. By doing so, this targets a source of pain and reduces pain in a localized area. In studies women go into oxidative stress for 2/3 of their menstrual cycle. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23915183 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/255691692_Analysis_of_oxidative_stress_during_the_menstrual_cycle
The active ingredient in lunapatch is natural and drug-free.
Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Elemental Magnesium, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Silver
Lunapatch is a transdermal patch that corrodes magnesium to eliminate free radicals associated with pain. In short, your localized pain for menstrual symptoms will decrease due to the total amount of free radicals being decreased. You can also get relief from fatigue.
Lunapatch has only been tested for its efficacy on adults, so its use is not recommended for use on children, infants and pregnant women.
The only known side effect is chance for skin irritation.
Yes. Our technology for Lunapatch has been in continuous use for over 3 years and no health problems have emerged. In fact, there has been a long period of unprecedented improved symptom relief for users who have used the patch thus far.
One lunapatch can be used until the elemental magnesium becomes corroded and is no longer effective. 24-72 hours, typically around 48 hours
Relief should be felt within 30 minutes after placing a patch. Please note that there will be variability for the efficacy and onset of relief based on factors including amount of pain, body type, and area of pain for different individuals.
It is safe to apply as many lunapatches to your body at one time as you would like. It is important to note that the only known side effect is skin irritation.
Lunapatch is effective for reducing common menstrual related symptoms pain, cramps, and fatigue.
Lunapatch can be applied near your source of menstrual pain, cramps, and/or fatigue. We recommend that you place the patch near the lower stomach area for maximum pain relief. Do Not place on broken or infected skin.
1. Peel open pack from tear notch. 2. Remove the contents – one lunapatch and one smaller pouch. 3. Open the smaller pouch and remove the elemental discs. 4. Remove the blue plastic release liner to expose the hydrogel in the center. 5. Place disc, silver side down in the gel black side facing up towards you, in the center of the hydrogel. 6. Peel away the clear release liner with the print on it from tab out around the patch center. 7. Place the lunapatch on the desired location. Typical optimal location is where menstrual pain is localized, usually near the lower stomach. 8. Move lunapatch over two inches if itching or burning sensation is felt. 9. If patch stops working, peel off, replace the elemental disc, and reapply the patch.