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Zostrix Analgesic Cream 45g
Zostrix Analgesic Cream 45g
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- $20.99
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Targeted action to relieve your osteoarthritis pain Harnesses the natural power of capsaicin Zostrix contains capsaicin which is the purified extracted alkaloid from red chilli peppers (capsicu...
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Targeted action to relieve your osteoarthritis pain
Harnesses the natural power of capsaicin
Zostrix contains capsaicin which is the purified extracted alkaloid from red chilli peppers (capsicums); the substance that makes chilli peppers hot. Capsaicin has been shown to help relieve osteoarthritis pain by reducing levels of substance P(1,2,3,4), the body’s pain messenger which is found at the nerve endings and is involved in transmitting pain signals to the brain.
Zostrix works in a gradual and cumulative way
Pain relief is not instantaneous after application as it is the cumulative depletion of substance P following continued use over a period of 4+ weeks that gradually brings the full effect.
A mild burning sensation shows that it’s working
Applying Zostrix may cause a mild to moderate localised burning sensation initially which usually decreases or disappears with time and regular use. This is quite normal, particularly during the early stages of treatment, and is a sign that the cream is working.
Suitable for everyday use with chronic osteoarthritisUnlike other treatments such as topical NSAID’s (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) which should not be used for more than 3 weeks consecutively, Zostrix is suitable for everyday use to help relieve chronic osteoarthritis pain.
Application instructions
- ?Little and often is the rule.
- Apply one small bead of Zostrix cream per application site, 3–4 times daily.
- ?More than a single blob won’t work any better and just wastes the cream.
- ?May cause temporary burning on application – this burning is observed more frequently when applied less than 3–4 times daily.
- ?Apply Zostrix to the affected area by gently massaging with your fingers.
- ?You don’t need to cover the whole painful area as the cream acts on the nerves across the wider area.
- ?Always wash hands immediately after use – unless using the cream on your hands.
- ?Avoid applying near eyes, mucosa or broken, damaged and irritated skin.
- ?Avoid taking a hot bath or shower just before or after applying cream as it can enhance the burning sensation.
- ?Don’t bandage the affected area tightly.
- ?Not recommended for use on children.
- ?Discontinue use if adverse reaction occurs.