Zostrix Original Strength Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Capsaicin 0.033%; emollient crm.
Pharmacological Class
Topical analgesic.
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How Supplied
Crm—2oz
Manufacturer
Zostrix Original Strength Indications
Indications
Pain associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Zostrix Original Strength Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<18yrs: not recommended. ≥18yrs: apply 3–4 times daily.
Zostrix Original Strength Contraindications
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid broken or irritated skin, eyes, mucous membranes, contact lenses. Wash hands immediately after application.
Zostrix Original Strength Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Zostrix Original Strength Interactions
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local burning, stinging, erythema.
Zostrix Original Strength Clinical Trials
See Literature
Zostrix Original Strength Note
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Patient Counseling
See Literature
Zostrix Original Strength Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Capsaicin 0.033%; emollient crm.
Pharmacological Class
Topical analgesic.
See Also
How Supplied
Crm—2oz
Manufacturer
Zostrix Original Strength Indications
Indications
Neuralgias including postherpetic neuralgia and diabetic neuropathy.
Zostrix Original Strength Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<18yrs: not recommended. ≥18yrs: apply 3–4 times daily.
Zostrix Original Strength Contraindications
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid broken or irritated skin, eyes, mucous membranes, contact lenses. Wash hands immediately after application.
Zostrix Original Strength Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Zostrix Original Strength Interactions
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local burning, stinging, erythema.
Zostrix Original Strength Clinical Trials
See Literature
Zostrix Original Strength Note
Not Applicable
Zostrix Original Strength Patient Counseling
See Literature