Thermosensitivity of a Topical Palmitated Formulation of Capsaicin
Status:
Recruiting
Trial end date:
2025-03-01
Target enrollment:
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Summary
This is a study of the effects of capsaicin, the ingredient that makes hot peppers hot.
Capsaicin is currently used in topical ointments to provide temporary relief of minor aches
and joint pain associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains, and sprains.
This is a pilot research study that compares the potential of two different capsaicin creams
to cause irritation or burning sensation when a small amount (about the size of a quarter) is
applied to each forearm of a participant. The amount of capsaicin used in the creams is the
same as those found in over-the-counter capsaicin products. The test creams are experimental.