The Introduction of Synthetic Capsaicin

Pure Capsaicin Extract , also known as capsaicin, i.e., trans-8-methyl-6-nonene -N- vanilla amide, molecular structure of (CH3) 2CHCH = CH (CH2) 4CONHCH2C6H3-4- (OH) -3- (OCH3, red chili pepper genus of the active ingredient. it mammals, including humans, have irritant and can cause a burning sensation in the mouth. compound capsaicin and its associated number and called capsaicinoids material, they may be secondary metabolites pepper to prevent herbivore grazing and parasitic fungus produced. Usually the birds are not sensitive to capsaicinoids pure capsaicin is a lipophilic water-repellent, colorless crystalline or waxy compound olfactory.

The Applications of Synthetic Capsaicin

In Medical Use:

Capsaicin is currently used in topical ointments, as well as a high-dose dermal patch (trade name Qutenza, one 30- to 60-minute-application every 90 days), to relieve the pain of peripheral neuropathy such as post-herpetic neuralgia caused by shingles.It may be used in concentrations of between 0.025% and 0.075%. It may be used as a cream for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with arthritis, simple backache, strains and sprains, often in compounds with other rubefacients. The treatment typically involves the application of a topical anesthetic until the area is numb. Then the capsaicin is applied by a therapist wearing rubber gloves and a face mask. The capsaicin remains on the skin until the patient starts to feel the "heat", at which point it is promptly removed. So it can be used as pain, inflammation, frostbite, itching, sterilization, rheumatism and other topical drugs.