Capsaicin and diclofenac (topical)
Generic name: capsaicin and diclofenac (topical) [ kap-SAY-i-sin-and-dye-KLOE-fen-ak-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand names: DermacinRx Lexitral PharmaPak, Diclotral Pak, Diclofex DC Therapy Pack, CapsFenac Pak, Dicloheal-60
Dosage form: topical kit (0.025%-1.5%)
Drug class:Topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatories
What is capsaicin and diclofenac?
Capsaicin is the active ingredient in chili peppers that makes them hot. Capsaicin is used in medicated creams and lotions to relieve muscle or joint pain.
Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Capsaicin and diclofenac topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat joint pain, stiffness, and swelling caused by osteoarthritis of the knees. capsaicin and diclofenac may not be effective in treating arthritis pain elsewhere in the body.
Capsaicin and diclofenac may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Diclofenac can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). Diclofenac may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal.
Before taking this medicine
Diclofenac can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use capsaicin and diclofenac just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
Diclofenac may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using capsaicin and diclofenac, especially in older adults.
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to capsaicin or diclofenac, or if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or if you smoke;
a heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;
stomach ulcers or bleeding;
asthma;
liver or kidney disease; or
If you are pregnant, you should not use capsaicin and diclofenac unless your doctor tells you to. Using an NSAID during the last 20 weeks of pregnancy can cause serious heart or kidney proble...
