Clinical Pharmacology Details


Capsaicin


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Indications & Dose:

Relief of pain in postherpetic neuralgia, diabetic neuropathy, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, mastectomy, psoriasis
DOSAGE
Adult and Child  2 yr


TOP: Apply 3-5 times/day, less frequent application not effective; continue for 3-5 months, some pts may require lifelong therapy 

Contraindications:

Application to damaged skin 

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Side Effects Or Adverse Reactions:

CNS: Neurotoxicity
SKIN: Burning, itching, local discomfort 

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