Drug Detail:Zostrix (Capsaicin topical [ kap-say-sin-top-i-kal ])
Drug Class: Miscellaneous topical agents
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:
- Treatment may be repeated not more frequently than every three months.
- The patch should be applied by a physician or by a health care professional under the supervision of a physician.
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:
- Treatment may be repeated not more frequently than every three months.
- The patch should be applied by a physician or by a health care professional under the supervision of a physician.
Use: Management of neuropathic pain in the feet associated with diabetic peripheral neuralgia
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pain
Salonpas(R)/Capsaicin(R):
- Adolescents 12 years and older: 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
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Qutenza(R): The manufacturer product information should be consulted.
- Salonpas(R): Affected area should be dried and cleaned; film should be peeled from patch and applied to the skin; patch should be removed from the skin after at most 8 hours' application
General:
- Nitrile gloves should be used when handling Qutenza(R), and when cleaning capsaicin residue from the skin. Latex gloves should not be used as they do not provide adequate protection.
Frequently asked questions
- Can antidepressants be used for arthritis pain?
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