Question 1

are there any bad physical side effects of ingesting capsaicin?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: Capsaicin is irritating but not toxic, and the effects decrease as one gets used to it.

Question 2

is there is an oral capsaicin pill?

Accepted Answer

Capsaicin pill: No. But you can get variants in some of the rally hot sauces.

Question 3

it possible to build up a taste bud tolerance to capsaicin?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Constant exposure really decreases sensitivity to capsaicin, by orders of magnitude.

Question 4

what are the consequences of capsaicin being sprayed directly into the eyes?

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Capsaicin: Capsaicin in the eyes can cause severe burning.  Wash the eye out with water.  If significant amounts are exposed, seek medical help to avoid issues or complications.

Question 5

what is capsaicin?

Accepted Answer

alkaloid of chilies: Capsaicin is active ingredient of red chilies found to have some anticancer properties in prostate  , lung and other cancers although the evidence is not overwhelming.

Question 6

where can i get capsaicin?

Accepted Answer

OTC: Any pharmacy or large supermarket should carry it. It is an over the counter cream.

Question 7

how can i build up tolerance to capsaicin?

Accepted Answer

Capsaicin: You do not usually develop a tolerance to this. You may note the effects as dramatically as when you first applied it.

Question 8

what is capsaicin and where can you get it?

Accepted Answer

Pepper: Capsaicin is an ingredient in peppers (cayenne, chili) that gives them their heat. It is found in cream form and can be used to relieve pain. It is available without a prescription at drugstores.

Question 9

do you know of any good research articles on capsaicin?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Capsaicin is the active component of chili peppers, which are plants belonging to the genus capsicum.While initially making tissue coming in contact have a burning sensation, it eventually relieves pain by expending substance p, from nerves! a good paper:dray a (1992)."mechanism of action of capsaicin-like molecules on sensory neurons". Life sci. 51 (23):1759–65 in a rheumatology-good arthritis rx.

Question 10

it possible to build up a taste tolerance to capsaicin quickly?

Accepted Answer

Why: Capsaicin cream applied topically may help joint and muscle pain. Taking extra capsaicin orally has no proven health benefit. Capsaicin is what gives peppers their "heat." yes, the tongue can quickly adapt to eating spicy foods if that is what you mean. When applying topical capsaicin, be careful as the applying finger should be kept away from the eyes and vulvovaginal areas.

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