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Capsaicin Menthol Brand Names
Absorbine Jr. Arthritis | ALEGENIX | Anodynz | Arthricare for Women Ultra Strength | Capsiderm | Captracin | Capzasin | Flexin | MaC | MEGRIX | MenCaps | Migryl | Pallerix | Relyy T | Renovo | Salonpas | SINELEE | XYPHEX
What is Capsaicin Menthol
Capsaicin and menthol are used together in an external preparation for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains, bruises, and sprains.
Capsaicin and menthol, known for their characteristic heating and cooling effects, respectively, work synergistically to diminish pain.
Capsaicin menthol products are over the counter preparations and have not been reviewed or approved by the FDA.
Indications
- mild pain
- moderate pain
For the treatment of mild pain to moderate pain associated with arthritis, simple backache, muscle strains, sprains, bruises, or cramps
Side Effects
- burns
- cough
- edema
- erythema
- maculopapular rash
- nasal irritation
- paresthesias
- pruritus
- sinusitis
- skin irritation
- sneezing
- throat irritation
- xerosis
Contraindications
- accidental exposure
- breast-feeding
- heating pad
- hypertension
- infection
- inflammation
- myocardial infarction
- ocular exposure
- pregnancy
- skin abrasion
- strenuous exercise
- stroke
- sunlight (UV) exposure
Interactions
There are no drug interactions associated with Capsaicin Menthol products.
