Qutenza

Identify treatment area and mark the skin; may cut patches to match size and shape of area. Pretreat with topical anesthetic to reduce discomfort, once anesthetized, remove anesthetic and wash the treatment area. Administer in a well-ventilated area. Apply to dry, intact skin within 2hrs of opening patch. Apply patch (up to 4 may be used) for 60mins (PHN) or 30mins (DPN); may repeat every 3 months or as warranted by the return of pain (not more frequently than every 3 months). May use a dressing to ensure patch remains in contact with treatment area. After removal of patch, apply Cleansing Gel to area and leave on for at least one minute. Remove Cleansing Gel with dry wipe; wash and dry the area. Treat acute pain during and following the procedure with local cooling and/or analgesics. Use nitrile gloves, face mask, and protective glasses when handling patch and cleaning capsaicin residue from skin. Immediately dispose of patches.