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Capsaicin Cream

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Trifecta Pharmaceuticals USA LLC
Label updated
2026-08-11
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
CAPSAICIN
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active Ingredient

Capsaicin 0.075%

Purpose

Topical Analgesic

Warnings

For external use only: TEST FIRST ON SMALL AREA OF SKIN.

When using this product:

  • Use only as directed
  • Do not apply to wounds, damaged, broken or irritated skin
  • Do not use if you are allergic to capsicum or chilli peppers
  • Avoid contact with the eyes or mucous membranes
  • A slight burning sensation may occur upon application, but generally disappears after several days
  • If severe burning occurs, discontinue use
  • Do not expose the treated area to heat or direct sunlight
  • Do not bandage
  • Do not use with heating pad
  • Do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics
Stop Use and Ask Doctor

Stope Use and Ask Doctor if:

  • Condition worsens
  • Symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
  • Redness is present
  • irritation develops
  • You experience signs of skin injury such as pain, swelling or blistering.
Keep Out of the Reach of Children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Uses

For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:

  • Arthritis
  • Simple Backache
  • Strains
  • Sprains
  • Bruises
If Pregnant or Breast Feeding

Ask a doctor before use

Directions

Adults and Children over 18 years:

  • Apply to affected area
  • Massage into the painful area until thoroughly absorbed
  • Repeat as necessary but not more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • WASH HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER AFTER APPLYING

Children 18 years and younger:

Ask a doctor

Inactive Ingredients

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cetostearyl alcohol, Ethylparaben, Glycerin, Glyceryl monostearate, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Purified Water, Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Ether, Stearic Acid

Other Information

Store at room temperature 15°-30°F (59°-86°F)

This product is not manufactured or distributed by Chattem, distributor of Capzaicin-HP arthritis pain relief.

Questions

Questions or Comments

Please call Toll Free 1-888-296-9067

Other Information

Distributed by

Trifecta Pharmaceuticals USA

101 NE Third Aveue, Suite 1500

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

www.trifecta-pharma.com

SKU: 4089

LABEL

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 58c84330-15bf-c397-e063-6394a90aba05 · Version 1
NDC: 69396-179