Capsaicin is most often used as a topical analgesic and exists in many formulations of cream, liquid, and patch preparations of various strengths; however, it may also be found in some dietary supplements. Capsaicin is a naturally-occurring botanical irritant in chili peppers, synthetically derived for pharmaceutical formulations. The most recent capsaicin FDA approval was Qutenza, an 8% capsaicin patch dermal-delivery system, indicated for neuropathic pain associated with post-herpetic neuralgia.
Synonyms
Capsaicin
trans-8-Methyl-N-vanillyl-6-nonenamide
Isodecenoic acid vanillylamide
(E)-8-Methyl-N-vanillyl-6-nonenamide
Capsaicina
Brand Names
RETADOLOR Pain Relief
Medi-derm / L With Lidocaine
Antiphlogistine Rub A-535 Capsaicin Gel
Solstice Capsaicin Patch Hot
Triple Action Arthritis
Sinelee
Fors Pain Relief
Neurodexx
Moor Balm - Crm
Astronic
WellPatch Capsaicin Pain Relief
Cannavera Pain Relief
Anodynz
FYZICAL SPORTS Pain Relief
Rugby Capsaicin External Analgesic
Blue Ice Pain Relieving
A2a Arthritis
Nufabrx Knee Sleeve
Menthocin Patch with Lidocaine
Gellert Joint Care
Releevia
Nufabrx Ankle Sleeve
CVS Medicated Heat 1 ct
Neuriterx
Pain Relieving Roll-On
LCDO. ORLANDO RIVERA ARTHRITIS Topical Analgesic
Sure Result DSS Premium Pak
Qroxin Patch
CapsFenac Pak
K2c
Benejoint
Zostrix Joint and Arthritis Pain Relief
Capsaicin Mild Cream
Ultracin
Kanjo Natural Pain relief oil
Better Nature Pain Relief BalmX
Oprava
Alivio Medicated Pain
Menthozen Hydrogel Patch
Soothe
Tianhe Gutong Tiegao
N-LABS SOLAR MAX Topical Analgesic
Minted Leaf Heat Therapy Relief Roll-On
Capsaicin Hot Patches
Reliaderm
Zostrix Hot and Cold Therapy System
Awaye
Therapatch Warm
Silvera Pain Relief Patch
FlexxSonic Pain Relief
Earths Care Arthritis
LivRelief Pain Relief
Zostrix Hp
Antiphlogistine Rub A-535 Capsaicin Liquid
Alegenix Biofrequency Chip
Outdoor Hands
FYZICAL SPORTS Pain Relief 2 MILD
Omega 3 Heat Therapy
Releevia MC
Hempvana Ultra Strength Pain Relief Cream - Deep Heat
The capsaicin 8% patch is indicated in the treatment of neuropathic pain associated with post-herpetic neuralgia. There are multiple topical capsaicin formulations available, including creams and solutions, indicated for temporary analgesia in muscle and join pain as well as neuropathic pain.
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