Capsaicin 0.025% Cream
Generic: CAPSAICIN 0.025%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
Puretek Corporation
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
TOPICAL
FDA Set ID
28f00df0-c416-f17b-e063-6294a90a5570
Purpose
Purpose: Topical Analgesic
Indications & Usage
Uses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains and sprains
Warnings
Warnings: For external use only • This is not a face cream.
Do not apply to the face.
• Do not use if allergic to chili peppers or if past allergic reaction to capsaicin.
• Do not apply to wounds or damaged, broken, sunburned, chapped or irritated skin.
• Do not bandage tightly.
• Do not apply within 1 hour before or after bath, shower, hot tub, sauna or vigorous exercise.
Warm water, perspiration or open pores can intensify the impact of this product and cause a burning sensation.
• Do not use with a heating pad, hot water bottle or other source of heat.
Doing so can increase risk of serious burns.
When using this product • Do not get into eyes and avoid contact with other mucous membranes.
If contact occurs or if pain, discomfort or skin redness occurs, continually rinse with cool water and seek medical help.
If pregnant, breast-feeding or any medical conditions exist, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
if swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air.
If breathing is difficult, get medical attention immediately.
Do not apply to the face.
• Do not use if allergic to chili peppers or if past allergic reaction to capsaicin.
• Do not apply to wounds or damaged, broken, sunburned, chapped or irritated skin.
• Do not bandage tightly.
• Do not apply within 1 hour before or after bath, shower, hot tub, sauna or vigorous exercise.
Warm water, perspiration or open pores can intensify the impact of this product and cause a burning sensation.
• Do not use with a heating pad, hot water bottle or other source of heat.
Doing so can increase risk of serious burns.
When using this product • Do not get into eyes and avoid contact with other mucous membranes.
If contact occurs or if pain, discomfort or skin redness occurs, continually rinse with cool water and seek medical help.
If pregnant, breast-feeding or any medical conditions exist, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
if swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air.
If breathing is difficult, get medical attention immediately.