Capsaicin

openFDA label record#

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Brand name
Capsaicin
Generic name
CAPSAICIN
Manufacturer
AvPAK
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
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SPL ID
47e30aef-68e3-60d8-e063-6394a90ad858
Version
4
Effective date
2026-01-08
Source export date
2026-09-28
Source partition
11
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0011-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
cd2e66336a5cd2223fa3995098fdbdb84c6a7ee5c0a4addb236ccb22dd1e6887
Import run
20260929T050834Z
Imported at
2026-09-29 06:17:11
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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