HypeCheck

Does Cayenne Pepper Extract Help With Pain Relief?

Topical capsaicin reduces localized pain by desensitizing pain receptors over time.

Weak Evidence

Evidence Summary

Topical capsaicin reduces localized pain by desensitizing pain receptors over time.

Effective Dose

0.025–0.1% topical cream (not oral supplement)

Products Containing Cayenne Pepper Extract

MISLEADING View

Other Claims About Cayenne Pepper Extract