Capsicum, also known as red pepper is a herb
As a sufferer of arthritis, I have used capsicum cream, I was supplied by my Doctor but then made my own and found it very effective, more so than just taking painkillers. I have a severe allergy to diclofenac which is the main ingredient in medicines and creams produced for joint and arthritic pain, so pretty much obliged to seek herbal remedies.
The fruit of the capsicum plant is used to make medicine.
Capsicum is most commonly used for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis, and other painful conditions. It is also used for digestion problems, conditions of the heart and blood vessels, and many other conditions.
A particular form of capsicum causes intense eye pain and other unpleasant effects when it comes in contact with the face. This form is used in self-defense pepper sprays.
How does it work ?
The fruit of the capsicum plant contains a chemical called capsaicin. Capsaicin seems to reduce pain sensations when applied to the skin.
Applying creams and lotions containing capsaicin, the active chemical in capsicum, can temporarily relieve chronic pain from several conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, back pain, jaw pain, psoriasis, and other conditions. Nerve damage caused by shingles (postherpetic neuralgia).
Applying a patch containing 8% capsaicin (Qutenza, NeurogesX Inc.), the active chemical in capsicum reduces pain over 24 hours by 27% to 37% in people with nerve damage caused by shingles.
This capsaicin patch is available by prescription only and must be applied by a health care provider.
Back pain. Some research shows that applying a plaster that contains capsicum to the back can reduce low back pain.
Cluster headache. Some research shows that applying capsaicin, the active chemical in capsicum, inside the nose reduces the number and severity of cluster headaches. It’s best to apply capsicum to the nostril that is on the same side of the head as the headache.
Osteoarthritis. Some research shows that applying capsaicin 0.025%, the active chemical in capsicum, to the skin can improve symptoms of osteoarthritis.
Runny nose not caused by allergies or infection (perennial rhinitis). Research shows that applying capsaicin, the active chemical in capsicum, inside the nose can reduce runny nose in people without allergies or an infection. The benefits might last for 6-9 months.
Nausea and vomiting after surgery. Research shows that applying a plaster containing capsicum to specific points on the hand and forearm 30 minutes before anesthesia and leaving it in place for 6-8 hour daily for up to 3 days after surgery reduces nausea and vomiting after surgery.
You can buy the cream and patches which are quite effective or go all out and make your own using infused oils to make a salve and the instructions will be right here on the website. The links are below.
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