Not medical advice: While Walgreens does not publish the contents of their Instant Cold Packs, according to US Patent 20020046566 A1 (Instant Cold Pack), a plastic cold pack is comprised of a water bag and a coolant consisting of ammonium, sodium carboxyl methyl cellulose, and sodium chloride.
Walgreens® Instant Cold Packs relieve stiff necks, backaches, headaches, and help lower body temperature in case of fever. It is also useful for sport injuries.
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