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Does zostrix (capsaicin) work well for arthritis pain?
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No: I am not aware of the use of zostrix (capsaicin) for arthritis pain.
Answered 4/27/2012
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In certain areas!: Zostrix (capsaicin) must have the capsaisin in it enter the tissue causing pain. This can only occur over body joints, knees, ankles, hands and feet. It may help trochanteric bursitis. But remember, is fetting rid of pain, not the cause.
Answered 11/28/2017
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