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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Kapsikam is a drug for local use in cases of pain developing in the area of muscles and joints.
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Indications Capsicum
It is used to eliminate joint and muscle pain. It is also used as a warming agent in medical procedures of a sports nature.
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Release form
The medicine is released in the form of an ointment, in tubes with a capacity of 30 or 50 g. There is 1 such tube in a box.
Pharmacodynamics
Kapsikam is a complex medicine containing components that have an irritating and vasodilating effect on relatively sensitive neuronal endings. This leads to the development of an analgesic, hyperemic and locally irritating effect.
Improved local blood flow and increased temperature in the treated area have a positive effect on bruises, rheumatic conditions, muscle strains and other sports-related injuries.
Pharmacokinetics
The ointment is absorbed at high speed. After a few minutes, the epidermis noticeably turns red, a feeling of warmth and burning appears, and along with this, pain and muscle tension decrease.
The analgesic effect develops after 30-40 minutes and lasts for about 3-6 hours. In case of repeated use of the drug, the effect of the substance lasts for 10-14 days.
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Dosing and administration
Painful sensations in the area of joints or muscles are eliminated by treating the affected areas with 1-3 g of the drug (applied using a special applicator) 2-3 times a day, taking into account the severity of the pain. A bandage should also be applied to the treated area to increase the thermal effect. About 50-100 g of the drug is required for the treatment cycle.
After each treatment procedure, you must wash your hands with soap.
The use of Kapsikam as a warming element in athletes occurs as follows - the muscle area is treated with 2-3 g of the drug, rubbing it into the epidermis until a slight redness appears. After finishing the workout, it is necessary to wash off the substance with cool water.
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Use Capsicum during pregnancy
It is prohibited to use Kapsikam during breastfeeding or pregnancy.
Contraindications
Main contraindications:
- severe intolerance to the components of the drug;
- the presence of a tendency to develop bronchial spasms or convulsions;
- epidermal lesions or ulcers.
Side effects Capsicum
Strong epidermal sensitivity to the ointment components may lead to swelling, itching or urticaria; in addition, allergy symptoms may develop - irritation, redness, rash and burning sensation. For example, bronopol with cetostearyl alcohol (the components of the drug) can provoke the appearance of local epidermal symptoms (contact dermatitis).
If such violations occur, you need to wash the ointment off the skin and stop using it. The above signs disappear after 8-12 hours from the moment you stop using Kapsikam.
If negative symptoms occur, you should stop using the medication and consult your doctor regarding further treatment.
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Overdose
Treating the epidermis with an excessively large amount of the preparation may cause redness, a burning sensation or mild, short-term itching. If such symptoms develop, the ointment should be washed off the skin.
If a small amount of the drug is accidentally swallowed, gastrointestinal disorders may develop, such as diarrhea and vomiting; in this case, symptomatic procedures are carried out.
If a large amount of the drug is taken internally, acute intoxication develops, which causes vomiting, headaches, nausea and pain in the abdominal area, as well as convulsions, a feeling of heat or swelling, respiratory depression and a comatose state. People with severe manifestations of poisoning of a neurological nature or affecting the gastrointestinal tract must be closely monitored and symptomatic measures must be taken. Induction of vomiting is prohibited. Also, in case of accidental ingestion of the ointment, you should immediately seek medical help.
Storage conditions
Capsicums should be stored in a place inaccessible to small children. It is forbidden to freeze the ointment. Temperature indicators - no more than 25 ° C.
Shelf life
Kapsikam can be used for a period of 2 years from the date of production of the medicinal substance.
Application for children
There is no information regarding the use of the drug in children, so it is not prescribed in pediatrics.
Analogues
The drug's analogues are Viprosal, Ben-Gay, Chondroxide, Diclofenac, Butadion and Ortofen with Finalgon and Voltaren Emulgel. In addition, the list includes Betalgon, Nikoflex, Bom-Benge and Apizartron.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Capsicam" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.