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Zostrix HP
Prescription Not Required | Drug Name | Dosage | Quantity | Price | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zostrix HP | 0.08% | 60g | $37.37 | Add To Cart |
Indications
This medication is used to treat minor aches and pains of the muscles/joints (such as arthritis, backache, and sprains).
Capsaicin works by decreasing a certain natural substance in your body (substance P) that helps pass pain signals to the brain.
Use and Dosage
Use this medication on the skin only. Follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
For the cream, gel, and lotion forms, apply a thin layer of medication to the affected area and rub it gently and thoroughly. You may want to use a cotton ball/swab or latex glove to apply the medication to avoid touching the medication with your hands.
Do not apply the medication in the eyes, mouth, nostrils, or genitals. If you do get the medication in those areas, flush with plenty of water. Also, do not apply this medication to skin that is injured or irritated (for example, cut, scraped, or sunburned).
Do not apply this medication immediately before or after activities such as bathing, swimming, sunbathing, or heavy exercise. Do not bandage or wrap the affected area or use a heating pad on that area. Doing so may increase the risk of side effects.
After applying the medication, wash your hands unless you are using this medication to treat the hands. If treating the hands, wait at least 30 minutes after applying the medication to wash your hands.
Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day.
This medication may sometimes take up to 2 months to work. Tell your doctor if your condition lasts for more than 7 days, if it gets worse, or if it keeps returning. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Wash the skin and get medical attention right away if you have severe burning, pain, swelling, or blistering of the skin where you applied this medicine.
Serious side effects include:
- Severe pain or skin redness where the medicine was applied
- Loss of feeling
- Trouble breathing or swallowing (after accidental inhalation of capsaicin odor or dried residue)
Common side effects may include pain or a burning sensation that can last for several hours or days (especially after your first use of capsaicin topical).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.
Cautions
- Before using capsaicin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to zucapsaicin; to hot peppers (from the Capsicum family); or to lidocaine or other local anesthetics that may be in your brand; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
- If you have any health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.
- Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
- If you are going to have an MRI test, tell testing personnel if you are using the patch. Some patches may contain metals that can cause serious burns during an MRI. Ask your doctor whether you will need to remove your patch before the test and apply a new patch afterward, and how to do so properly.
- During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Forms and Strengths
Zostrix HP Cream is available in the following forms and strengths:
- Zostrix HP Cream:
- 0.08 %
FAQ
What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not apply capsaicin more than 4 times in one day or use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
A missed dose of capsaicin topical will not cause harm but may make the medicine less effective reducing substance P and relieving your pain.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention, especially if anyone has accidentally swallowed it.
Accidental swallowing of capsaicin can cause severe burning in or around the mouth, watery eyes, runny nose, and trouble swallowing or breathing.
Applying too much capsaicin topical to the skin can cause severe burning or redness.
What should I avoid while using capsaicin topical?
Avoid inhaling the odor or dried residue of capsaicin topical. Inhaling capsaicin can cause coughing, sneezing, or watery eyes, and can irritate your throat or lungs.
Avoid touching your eyes, mouth, nose, genitals, or rectum until the medicine has been washed off your hands. Also, avoid handling food while the medicine is still in your hands.
Avoid exposing treated skin to sunlight, sunlamps, tanning beds, or a hot tub. Capsaicin can cause a burning sensation that may be made worse by heat.
Do not use other medicated skin products, including muscle pain creams or lotions, on areas where you have applied capsaicin unless your doctor has told you to.
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Additional information
Brand Name: |
Zostrix HP |
|---|---|
Scientific Name: |
Capsaicin – non Rx |
Other Names: |
Zostrix HP |
Strength(s): |
0.08% |
Quantities Available: |
60g |
Formulation: |
Cream |
