Capsaicin

Definition

A chili pepper extract with analgesic properties. Capsaicin is a neuropeptide releasing agent selective for primary sensory peripheral neurons. Used topically, capsaicin aids in controlling peripheral nerve pain. This agent has been used experimentally to manipulate substance P and other tachykinins. In addition, capsaicin may be useful in controlling chemotherapy- and radiotherapy-induced mucositis.

Also known as (E)-N-[(4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-phenyl)methyl]-8-methyl-non-6-enamide, (E)-N-[(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-8-methyl-6-nonenamide, CAPSAICIN, N-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylmethyl) -8-Methyl-6-Nonenamide — per NCIT

Also identified as

• ATC M02AB01 per RXNORM
• ATC N01BX04 per RXNORM
• NCIT NCIT:C339 per NCIT
• SCTID 400416009 per RXNORM
• SCTID 95995002 per RXNORM
• UNII S07O44R1ZM per RXNORM

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