Capsicum plaster

Capsicum Plaster is a type of plaster (adhesive bandage) that is applied to relieve pain and reduce itching. The main ingredient is capsaicin from hot chili peppers.

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Kangdi-For temporary relief of minor aches & pains of muscles &joints associated with arthritis, simple backache,strains,bruises,sprains.
PubMed–Collection of research publications on capsicum plaster's pain alleviating properties.

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