Cayenne is a spice that adds colour, smell, and flavour and is used in dishes around the world. Cayenne is cultivated mainly in the United States and Europe. The active ingredient of cayenne is called capsaicin.
cayenne, chili pepper, paprika, red pepper, tabasco pepper, capsaicin
Capsicum annuum L. (Solanaceae)
Cayenne has been used for:
People have also used cayenne for:
Research shows that cayenne may be helpful for osteoarthritis, lower back pain, nausea and vomiting after surgery, diabetes-related nerve pain, and post surgery pain.
Effective research is still needed to find out whether cayenne is helpful for other uses including:
Your health care provider may have recommended this product for other conditions. Contact a health care provider if you have questions.
Common side effects from cayenne may include temporary skin irritation, burning, and stinging or redness. However, these are part of the normal, expected effects that usually disappear after repeated use. Other side effects of oral cayenne use may include constipation, dyspepsia, gas, gastric burning/pain, headache, nausea, runny nose, skin flushing, and sweating .
Cayenne can interact with some medications. It increases the effects of blood thinners (e.g., warfarin, heparin, aspirin), blood-clot-dissolving medications (e.g., alteplase), and barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital). Cayenne also increases the risk of side effects from different medications including theophylline, antidiabetic medication, and blood pressure medication.
If you are using any of these medications, talk to your health care provider before using cayenne.
You should use topical cayenne for a minimum of 1 to 4 weeks to see benefits. In addition, wash your hands immediately after using cayenne unless treating the hands. Avoid eye contact with cayenne, and avoid applying on broken or injured skin. Also, do not use topical cayenne with external heat to avoid skin burn and irritation.
Experience with cayenne is limited in children, so it should not be used in children under 2 years of age.
Avoid using cayenne if you:
Consult your health care provider if your symptoms persist or worsen after taking cayenne.
Before taking any new medications, including natural health products, speak to your physician, pharmacist, or other health care provider. Tell your health care provider about any natural health products you may be taking.
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