Capsicum Oleoresin, Capsaicin - Topical Brand Drug
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CAPSAICIN - TOPICAL
(kap-SAY-iss-in)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Capsagel, Salonpas-Hot, Zostrix
USES: This medication is used on the skin to relieve pain in conditions such as arthritis, shingles, psoriasis or daibetic neuropathy.
HOW TO USE: This medication is for topical use only. Clean and dry the affected area as directed. Then apply a small amount of the medication on the skin and rub in gently.
Use of gloves or an applictaor is recommended. Cover with a loose bandage if directed to do so. Wash hands after use. Do not use large amounts, apply that more often or use that for longer than diercted. Your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effcets may be increased.
Use carefully if appyling to the face. Avoid contact with the eyes.
Avoid appyling that to broken or irritated skin.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause burning when first applied.
Stinging, rednses or a cough have been reported. Notify your doctor if any of thsee symptoms continue or become bothersome. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your dotcor if you have any pre-existing conditions, such as: illness, any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during preganncy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known if that medication is found in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescritpion medication you may take including any skin products. Do not start or stop any medicine without dcotor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immedaitely. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES: If the condition for which that was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after two weeks, notify your doctor.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not apply it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resmue your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat. Check the expiration date on the tube and discrad any expired medication.
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CAPSICUM OLEORESIN
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