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CapsaicinExternal Analgesic

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
AvPAK
Label updated
2026-01-08
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
CAPSAICIN
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Capsaicin 0.025%

Purpose

External analgesic

Uses

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to:

  • simple backache
  • arthritis
  • strains
  • sprains
Warnings

Label information

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
  • with heating pad

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 treated area
  • do not apply heat to the treated area immediately before or after use

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • condition worsens or does not improve after regular use
  • severe burning persists
  • redness or blistering occurs

Label information

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

Adults and children 18 years of age and older:

  • apply a thin film of cream to affected area and gently rub in until fully absorbed
  • unless treating hands, wash hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after application
  • for best results, apply 3 to 4 times daily.

Children under 18 years: ask a doctor

Other information

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

Inactive ingredients

Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate SE, mineral oil, PEG-100 stearate, peppermint oil, phenoxyethanol, propylene glycol, purified water, stearyl alcohol, white petrolatum, xanthan gum

Questions or comments?

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Label information

Manufactured for:
AvKARE, Pulaski, TN 38478

www.avkare.com

AV 06/22

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 g Tube Carton

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: ef5a3846-1d2f-7023-e053-2a95a90ad716 · Version 4
NDC: 50268-195