Paprika (Cayenne) Capsici fructus, capsici fructus acer
Paprika
Published February 1, 1990
Name of Drug
Capsici fructus, paprika. Capsici fructus acer, cayenne pepper.
Composition of Drug
Paprika consists of the dried fruits of various capsaicin-rich Capsicum species [Fam. Solanaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.
Cayenne pepper consists of the dried, ripe, usually removed from the calyx, fruits of Capsicum frutescens L., as well as its preparations in effective dosage.
The drugs contain capsaicinoids.
Uses
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Painful muscle spasms in areas of shoulder, arm and spine of adults and school-age children.
Contraindications
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Application on injured skin, allergies to paprika preparations.
Side Effects
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In rare cases hypersensitivity reaction can occur (urticaria).
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Note:No additional heat application.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
- In semi-liquid preparations containing 0.02 - 0.05 percent capsaicinoids,
- in liquid preparations containing 0.005 - 0.01 percent capsaicinoids,
- in poultices containing 10 - 40 µg capsaicinoids per cm2.
Mode of Administration
Preparations of paprika exclusively for external uses.
Duration of Administration
Not longer than 2 days; 14 days must pass before a new application can be used in the same location.
Longer use on the same area may cause damage to sensitive nerves.
Warning:Paprika preparations irritate the mucous membranes even in very low concentrations and cause a painful burning sensation. Contact of paprika preparations with mucous membranes, especially the eyes, must be avoided.
Actions
Local hyperemic Local nerve-damaging
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