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Capsaicin Topical Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 4, 2023.

Applies to the following strengths: 0.025%; 0.075%; 0.025%-10%-25%; 0.035%; 0.1%; 8%; 0.25%; 0.033%

Usual Adult Dose for:

Usual Pediatric Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Adult Dose for Postherpetic Neuralgia

Qutenza(R): Up to 4 patches applied to intact, non-irritated, dry skin, and allowed to remain in place for 60 minutes

Comments:


Use: Management of neuropathic pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia

Usual Adult Dose for Pain

Salonpas(R)/Capsaicin(R)/Capzasin(R): Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times a day

Uses: For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of the muscles and joints associated with simple backache, strains, sprains, bruises, arthritis

Zostrix(R): Apply a thin film to the affected area two to four times daily, and gently rub in until fully absorbed

Comments: Unless being treated, hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water immediately after use.

Uses: For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of the muscles and joints associated with strains, sprains, bruises, arthritis

Usual Adult Dose for Diabetic Nephropathy

Qutenza(R): Up to 4 patches applied to intact, non-irritated, dry skin on the feet, and allowed to remain in place for 30 minutes

Comments:


Use: Management of neuropathic pain in the feet associated with diabetic peripheral neuralgia

Usual Pediatric Dose for Pain

Salonpas(R)/Capsaicin(R):


Uses: For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of the muscles and joints associated with simple backache, strains, sprains, bruises, arthritis

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

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Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

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