Zostrix Maximum Strength

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Arthritis/rheumatic disorders
  • Topical pain relief

Zostrix Maximum Strength Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Capsaicin 0.1%; emollient crm.

Pharmacological Class

Topical analgesic.

How Supplied

Crm—2oz

Manufacturer

Zostrix Maximum Strength Indications

Indications

Pain associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Dosage and Administration

Adults and Children

<18yrs: not recommended. ≥18yrs: apply 3–4 times daily.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Contraindications

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Avoid broken or irritated skin, eyes, mucous membranes, contact lenses. Wash hands immediately after application.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Zostrix Maximum Strength Interactions

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Local burning, stinging, erythema.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Clinical Trials

See Literature

Zostrix Maximum Strength Note

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Patient Counseling

See Literature

Zostrix Maximum Strength Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Capsaicin 0.1%; emollient crm.

Pharmacological Class

Topical analgesic.

How Supplied

Crm—2oz

Manufacturer

Zostrix Maximum Strength Indications

Indications

Neuralgias including postherpetic neuralgia and diabetic neuropathy.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Dosage and Administration

Adults and Children

<18yrs: not recommended. ≥18yrs: apply 3–4 times daily.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Contraindications

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Avoid broken or irritated skin, eyes, mucous membranes, contact lenses. Wash hands immediately after application.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Zostrix Maximum Strength Interactions

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Local burning, stinging, erythema.

Zostrix Maximum Strength Clinical Trials

See Literature

Zostrix Maximum Strength Note

Not Applicable

Zostrix Maximum Strength Patient Counseling

See Literature