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   Capsagel Extra Strength

Capsagel Extra Strength
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This medication is used to treat minor aches and pains of the muscles/joints (e.g., arthritis, backache, sprains). It may also be used to treat nerve pain. Capsaicin works by decreasing a certain natural substance in your body (substance P) that helps pass pain signals to the brain.


 
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Capsagel Extra Strength

Uses
This medication is used to treat minor aches and pains of the muscles/joints (e.g., arthritis, backache, sprains). It may also be used to treat nerve pain. Capsaicin works by decreasing a certain natural substance in your body (substance P) that helps pass pain signals to the brain.
Notes
  • Keep all regular medical and laboratory appointments.

Storage
  • Refer to storage information printed on the package.
  • If you have any questions about storage, ask your pharmacist.
  • Keep all drug products away from children and pets.


How To Use
  • Use this medication on the skin only.
  • Follow all directions on the product package.
  • If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.For the cream, gel, and lotion forms, apply a thin layer of medication to the affected area and rub in gently and thoroughly.
  • You may want to use a cotton ball/swab or latex glove to apply the medication to avoid touching the medication with your hands.Do not apply the medication in the eyes, mouth, nostrils, or genitals.
  • If you do get the medication in those areas, flush with plenty of water.
  • Also, do not apply this medication to skin that is injured or irritated (e.g., cut, scraped, sunburned).Do not apply this medication immediately before or after activities such as bathing, swimming, sun bathing, or heavy exercise.
  • Do not bandage or wrap the affected area or use a heating pad on that area.
  • Doing so may increase the risk of side effects.After applying the medication, wash your hands unless you are using this medication to treat the hands.
  • If treating the hands, wait at least 30 minutes after applying the medication to wash your hands.Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it.
  • To help you remember, use it at the same times each day.This medication may sometimes take up to 2 months to work.
  • Tell your doctor if your condition persists for more than 7 days, if it worsens, or if it keeps returning.
  • If you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.

Side Effects
  • Warmth, stinging, or burning on the application site may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Coughing, sneezing, watery eyes, or throat irritation may occur if you breathe in the dried residue from the medication.
  • Use caution to avoid inhaling the residue.If your doctor has directed you to take this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
  • Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: blistering/swelling at the application site.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
  • However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Before using capsaicin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to hot peppers (from the Capsicum family); or if you have any other allergies.If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product: injured/irritated skin in the affected area.During pregnancy, this product should be used only when clearly needed.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this product passes into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • If you are using this product under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
  • Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you use any of the following products: other pain medications.

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