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Zucapsaicin

Generic Name
Zucapsaicin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C18H27NO3
CAS Number
25775-90-0
Unique Ingredient Identifier
15OX67P384

Overview

Zucapsaicin, the cis-isomer of capsaicin, is a topical analgesic used to treat osteoarthritis of the knee and other neuropathic pain. It is a modulator of transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily V member 1 (TRPV-1), also known as the vanilloid or capsaicin receptor 1, that reduces pain and improves articular functions. Zucapsaicin has also been evaluated for the management of several conditions manifested by chronic nerve pain. These conditions include herpes simplex (HSV) infections, cluster headaches, migraine, and osteoarthritis of the knee. Zucapsaicin was approved by the Health Canada in 2010 as topical cream marketed under the brand name Zuacta but currently not FDA-approved.

Indication

Indicated to be used in conjunction with oral COX-2 inhibitors or NSAIDs for the relief of severe pain in adult patients with osteoarthritis of the knee, not controlled with oral COX-2 inhibitors or NSAIDs alone, for a duration of no more than three months.

Associated Conditions

  • Severe Pain

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Health Canada Drug Approvals

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ZUACTA
sanofi-aventis canada inc
02354772
Cream - Topical
0.075 % / W/W
8/24/2011

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