Capsaicin topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)
Brand names: Qutenza, Zostrix, Sloan's Liniment, Zostrix Neuropathy, Aspercreme Warming Pain Relief Patch, Dolorac, Capzasin, Pain Doctor, Salonpas Gel-Patch, Capzasin-HP, Capsin, Salonpas Pain Patch with Capsaicin, GNP Capsaicin, Salonpas-Hot, Capzasin Back and Body, Axsain, Drs Cream, Theragen HP, Capsagel Extra Strength, Capsagel Maximum Strength, Zostrix-HP, Capzasin-HP Arthritis Formula, Menthac Arthritis Cream with Capsaicin, Analgesic Balm with Capsaicin, Capsicum Oleoresin, Zostrix Sports, Castiva Warming, No Pain-HP, Capzasin-P Pain-X R-Gel Zostrix Foot Pain Zostrix Diabetic Foot Pain …show all brand names
Capsaicin topical has an average rating of 5.0 out of 10 from a total of 144 reviews on Drugs.com. 44% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 47% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Capsaicin topical
- Bad...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 13, 2022
For Pain "I tried this capsicum .10 pain cream CVS brand. Now my feet-specifically the tops of my feet and my toes cuticles have been burning 14/10 bad stinging redness and swelling. Wish I didn’t put that on my feet. It did not reduce any pain it created inflammation swelling and has been causing severe pain for 3 hours. I used scrub gloves in the shower so I assume the chili pepper got a deeper application than it was supposed to. They should have warnings on this. The tops of my feet and toes burning and stinging. I have used soap and cold water, milk, cold water bucket soak for hours , alcohol wipes, ice, cold water bottles. It hurts to walk and my toes are visibly swollen. I would never use that again and wouldn’t want that to happen to another person. Used this 1-2 times ever"
- Ouch
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 31, 2022
For Postherpetic Neuralgia "Wow - HORRIBLE- I can’t believe that my Doctor told me to use this. I have been in pain for hours. I cleaned this off about 8 minutes after applying as I couldn’t stand it. It is still burning and made the shingles pain even worse than before I put it on. Absolutely awful!"
Frequently asked questions
- Does Qutenza contain red chili peppers?
- How Can I Treat Muscle Strain or Pain?
- Can you use Topical Medications to Treat Arthritis Pain?
- Polly
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 8, 2022
For Pain "I've got osteoarthritis in both knees, I've had injections but they don't work. I have asthma so Doc won't prescribe pain relievers for me. I was in really bad pain in both knees so I researched on line and found capsicin cream, I asked GP and he prescribed it for me, took a few weeks but now I'm pain free. Just don't understand why my GP didn't prescribe it for me in the first place"
- Agnes
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 5, 2021
For Pain "It did wonders for my shingles pain and now using it for plantar fasciitis. Yes, it did burn some, especially initially when my body would warm up (the intensity wears off, as the manufacturer says, with time). But it did completely redirect my attention from pain to warmth, which I found mostly pleasant. Also: it is great for plantar fasciitis (though not a cure)."
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- Cathe...
- March 30, 2018
For Osteoarthritis "Put THIS on and oh my goodness it burned my skin. I tried to wash it off and it burned worse... I kid you not! Nine hours AFTER I had applied it I was laying in bed on my Husband's shoulder and where my elbow was JUST touching my Husband made his skin begin to burn... Nine hours LATER!!! Sheesh! BRUTAL!!!"
- Jill
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 16, 2021
For Pain "A great number of the users who reported persistent burning attempted to wash off the capsaicin cream with water. Since capsaicin is the "hot" in hot chiles, this is definitely the wrong direction, as water will only spread the burn. Use dairy products (whole, if possible) or a neutral vegetable oil (capsaicin is soluble in oil)."
- Kwixo...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- August 26, 2021
For Pain "A very effective treatment for osteoarthritis which I have in my fingers and thumbs. You have to ignore the burning that comes with it being it's only temporary. It also might take a few days to take effect."
- Girld...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 2, 2021
For Pain "I was told by my Dr. to use this medication for sciatic nerve pain. I applied a small amount to my right hip and outer thigh area around 10 PM and immediately felt the warmth. I preceded to lay down for the night. During the night I woke up several times with burning pain and had to remove my blanket from applied area. Woke up at 6 AM to shower for work and during my shower I felt like there was boiling water being poured down my leg. I had to finish my shower with cold water (leg was still on fire). I could not touch the applied area and this means putting my pants on for work. I thought about going to Urgent Care but put some shorts on and headed to work. 5 hours later I AM STILL ON FIRE!! I myself will NEVER use this medication again!"
- Anonymous
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- February 5, 2021
For Postherpetic Neuralgia "I overdid the first time I used and like others, experimented a very unpleasant burning feeling which I had to rub off in the shower and extra lubricant cream. Next times I used it I was more cautious applying small amounts and it did relieve the pain and the burning sensation was not unpleasant at all. However, its effect is not constant, sometimes it relieves pain, sometimes it doesn't. I use it every now and then."
- Vic
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 4, 2021
For Postherpetic Neuralgia "I am suffering PHN. On Gabapentin which has helped a little. Have terrible itching and burning on the side of my nose as under eye as well as forehead and scalp. GP recommend Capsaicin. Applied it first time today, did burn a bit then the itching subsided. Works better than a lot of drugs I have tried such as Tramadol and antihistamines, and codeine. Does not take pain away completely but a good relief from that horrible itching."
- jon
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 12, 2020
Capzasin-HP Arthritis Formula (capsaicin) for Pain "I injured shoulder 3 weeks ago and a customer at my restaraunt gave Capzasin-HP Arthritis Formula to me to try and never I mean ever again will I use it. It feels like a bad burn ,wow what a horrible product. 3 showers and a half bottle of aveeno lotion improved the burning 50 percent maybe, 3 hours later shoulder still burns and it has left welts and blisters on my shoulder!!!"
- mr x
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 14, 2020
For Pain "READ the instructions. Remember start with a SMALL amount. Do not rub it hard into the area. A little goes a long way. Increase if / when necessary. Be sure to wear rubber gloves when applying. wrap with gauze for a couple of hours to learn NOT to touch it."
- Anonymous
- July 31, 2017
For Pain "I used Zacin cream as prescribed by doctor for low back pain after a fall. The injury gradually improved and the pain was well lessened by Zacin. co-codamol was also tried but with good effect but I discontinued it because its drowsiness was intolerable. British NHS"
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 27, 2022
For Osteoarthritis "The first day I applied it once - to my hips and knees. After 20 minutes it started to work but only in my knees. The warm burning pain was lovely and masked the knee pain which was great. If you feel it starting to feel less effective I found it works activated by heat as I had my fan heater on and it started to burn nicely again. The day after , I applied it once again around midday. Nothing happened. I felt no burn no relief. Until I went to the steam room and sauna. DO NOT DO THIS as I found out it’s the most painful experience I’ve had due to a cream. After 10 minutes my knees and hips were on fire !! It felt like my skin was going to burst into blisters and bubble over. I quickly jumped in the cold showers but it was no relief. Obviously I left the sauna but I was left with intense pain and red inflamed skin. I was quite worried but all is ok the next day."
- Crazy...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 2, 2022
Sloan's Liniment (capsaicin) for Pain "I am an RN and Sloane has been great for muscle aches and back pain from long days at work. I also have a right rotator cuff issue due to ageing etc. and it has helped with the ache from this condition. Be careful when first using the liniment oil as the heat can be intense. Be SURE to wash your hand well after application if your do not use gloves which I highly recommend doing. If you like Heat and Cool theory, just use the liniment then use a cool cloth after. A little goes a long way!"
- pamta...
- January 2, 2012
Qutenza (capsaicin) for Peripheral Neuropathy "Don't get this cream in your eyes or cuts, it will burn."
- AKlab...
- June 1, 2014
For Pain "Worked well the first time. If you have severe burning like I had my second time, milk applied provides instant relief."
- Ran
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 28, 2015
Zostrix (capsaicin) for Osteoarthritis "Works best after a few doses."
- Sabrina
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 26, 2023
Qutenza (capsaicin) for Peripheral Neuropathy "I got relief from my burning in my feet for only four weeks. The burning pain has returned with the same intensity that I had before the application of the patch."
- Anonymous
- December 26, 2009
Trixaicin HP (capsaicin) for Postherpetic Neuralgia "I have used Trixaicin HP for 6 days. Some lessening of the pain, but still have a slight burning. Would rather have the burning from the medicine than the pain from the shingles neuropathy."
- Pessa
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 17, 2019
For Pain "This stuff is HORRIBLE even a tiny drop will BURN for DAYS. Never, ever, ever use this. It's horrid"
- ckano
- July 20, 2019
For Osteoarthritis "This caused unbelievably horrible burning feeling on skin. I threw away after using it only one time . Do not buy if you have sensitive skin"
- Worst...
- February 23, 2016
For Osteoarthritis "Used it last night for knee pain and it started burning so bad it felt like my skin was melting off! I would rather deal with the knee pain than ever use this stuff again!"
- Extreme...
- February 6, 2016
Capzasin (capsaicin) for Pain "I put on this medication for muscle pain and within ten minutes the burning sensation got extremely bad my skin was very red and the burning was unbearable, worst experience ever."
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For Pain "After a fall I used a topical cream, containing Capsicum Oleoresin 0.0625% by volume and Capsaicin 0.025% by volume, as the only active ingredient, on my lower back and one leg. This cream also contained MSM and Glucosamine. I will mention that due to more than several medical conditions involving my joints and muscles, I have been on long term Oxycontin 20 mg, twice daily and Lyrica 150 mg, three times daily. The pain from the fall was so intense, the oral meds were not enough. The cream was applied one time only. There was no warming/cooling sensation ever felt. Seven days from that application, I would wake at night feeling like I was on a heating pad set at super hot overdrive. This was extremely painful with the pain lasting 15-45 minutes. I am wondering how much longer this is going to last? This has happened the last 5 nights. I would also like to add that the cream was very effective at easing the extreme pain I was in."