CAPSAICIN is used to relieve minor pain in joints and muscles like arthritis, muscle strains, backache, bruises, sprains, and cramps. It helps relieve pain following an attack of herpes zoster (shingles) and neuropathic pain.
CAPSAICIN contains capsaicin, which works by decreasing the activity of nerve cells and reducing the sensation of pain. It prevents the chemical messengers from sending the pain signal to the brain.
In some cases, CAPSAICIN may cause side effects such as irritation and a burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
CAPSAICIN is for external use only. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine. Do not use CAPSAICIN on open wounds, damaged skin or with a heating pad. Avoid contact with eyes, nose and mucous membranes; rinse with water thoroughly in case of accidental contact.
Pain relief
CAPSAICIN is used to relieve minor pain in joints and muscles like arthritis, muscle strains, backache, bruises, sprains, and cramps. It helps relieve pain following an attack of herpes zoster (shingles) and pain due to nerve damage caused by diabetes. CAPSAICIN contains capsaicin, a naturally occurring substance found in plants that works by decreasing the activity of nerve cells and reducing the sensation of pain. It prevents the chemical messengers from sending the pain signal to the brain.
Do not use CAPSAICIN if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid contact of CAPSAICIN with eyes, nose, mouth, irritated or broken skin; if contact occurs, rinse with water thoroughly. Do not use tight bandages after applying CAPSAICIN. Using CAPSAICIN on damaged, broken, cut, and infected areas is not recommended. Stop using CAPSAICIN and consult the doctor if the pain worsens, improves and then worsens, or if the pain lasts for more than seven days.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
It is unknown if alcohol interacts with CAPSAICIN. Please consult a doctor.
Limited information is available. If you are pregnant, consult a doctor before using CAPSAICIN.
Limited information is available. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using CAPSAICIN.
CAPSAICIN is unlikely to alter your ability to drive.
If you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this, please consult a doctor before using CAPSAICIN.
If you have a kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this, please consult a doctor before using CAPSAICIN.
CAPSAICIN is not suitable for use in children.
Pain: Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain can be generalized (overall body aches) or localised (affecting a specific area of the body). The common causes of pain include headache, muscle strain, cramps, fractures, nerve damage, arthritis, and injury.