Capsaicin

openFDA label record#

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Brand name
Capsaicin
Generic name
CAPSAICIN
Manufacturer
Asclemed USA, Inc.
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
97d506bd-3215-4e2e-9914-af1c174dd4ab
SPL ID
1b4cad2b-3896-f700-e063-6394a90a2fa5
Version
1
Effective date
2024-06-20
Source export date
2026-10-12
Source partition
5
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0005-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
7e6b178df8f32cac9a78e0f5d09c588344509b04fe41effb1dde9102e2a45be6
Import run
20261013T011858Z
Imported at
2026-10-13 01:40:47
Harmonized routes table
Harmonized routes
TOPICAL

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warnings

Warnings For external use only: Read all warnings and directions before use. Test first on small area of skin. Do not use: on wounds or damaged skin if you are allergic to capsicum or chili peppers do not use with heating pad or expose area to sunlight When using this product: you may experience a burning sensation. The intensity of this reaction varies among individuals and may be severe. With regular use, this sensation generally disappears after several days. avoid contact with the eyes, lips, nose and mucous membranes do not tightly wrap or bandage the treatment area do not apply heat to the treated area immediately before or after use

Reported adverse events (FAERS/openFDA)#

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