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Menthol/Capsaicin

Menthol/Capsaicin Side Effects

Sarah Lobello Pearson, PharmDAllison Gourley, PharmD
Reviewed by Sarah Lobello Pearson, PharmD, Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on August 9, 2022

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Burning sensation

Less Common Side Effects

  • Itchy skin
  • Redness or flaking of skin
  • Skin irritation

Menthol/Capsaicin serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Serious skin burns: pain, swelling, blistering of the skin

Source: DailyMed

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