What is Capsaicin?
Topical pain relief.
At Pharmacy on the Park, Capsaicin is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your prescriber orders.
How does it work?
Depletes substance P from nerve endings, reducing pain signals over time.
What is it used for?
Topical pain relief. Your prescriber determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Capsule. Capsules are swallowed by mouth. For pets, a capsule can often be hidden in a small treat if your veterinarian agrees.
- Cream. Creams are applied to the area your prescriber directs. Metered dispensers such as Topi-CLICK® deliver the same amount each time. Wash your hands after applying.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your prescriber.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Burning or warmth where applied. Call your prescriber or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
Broken skin, eyes and mucous membranes; wash hands after use. Share your full medical history and medication list with your prescriber.
How should it be stored?
Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
Compounding lets us prepare Capsaicin in the exact strength your prescriber orders, in forms such as capsule, cream. We can also leave out dyes, fillers or allergens when needed.
Capsaicin is also prepared in combination with Diclofenac. See combination preparations in our library.