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Capsicum Plaster
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the transport of oxygen of the neurotransmitter Description: Plastra is a pain relief patch for external use; it contains extract of capsicum which is effective in relieving rheumatism, also effective for muscular fatigue, lumbago, back pain and stiff shoulders. Capsicum plaster with methyl salicylate is same as Capsicum plaster but it additionally contains methyl salicylate, which acts as a rubefacient to enhance pain relief. Capsicum plasters mechanism of action: • The active ingredient Capsicinoid relaxes the muscles by increasing the blood flow, increasing and nutrients to the cells and accelerating removal of metabolic by-products. • It also acts as an efficacious pain blocker due to depleting and preventing re-accumulation Substance P. Indications: Capsicum Plaster is used as a counter-irritant and to produce heat on undamaged skin. It is used in the treatment of Rheumatic conditions. Also used for temporary relief of minor aches, pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains. Contraindications: - Allergy to any of the plaster ingredients. - Do not apply on broken skin, wounds or eczema. - Pregnant women and patients wearing heart pacemaker are banned from using the product. Precautions: - Use only as directed; for external use only. - Discontinue use at least one hour before a bath and do not use immediately after a bath. - Do not apply the plaster near the eyes, mouth, tongue or lips. - It is recommended not to scratch the application site to avoid damage to the skin. -Avoid application of additional sources of heat during treatment. Treatment should be discontinued if excessive warmth is experienced. - Please keep it out of reach of the children. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before use: - In more serious cases when your condition is accompanied by reddening, swelling or a feeling of high temperature of the joints, -If you have severe back pain radiating into the legs and/or associated with neurological syndromes (e.g. numbness, tingling). - When taking other medicines. - In conditions affecting children under 12 years of age, use only upon the advice of a physician.

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Instructions for use: - Clean and dry the skin, Remove the plastic backing from one side of the patch. - Smooth that side over the area where you want pain relief. -As you remove the other half of the plastic backing, smooth the remainder of the patch over the pain area. - When removing the plaster from skin, pulling and removing the whole at once lessens the pain felt. Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Shelf life: Five years.

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