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A Review on the role of Capsaicin in Neuropathic Pain


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As we know, there is tremendous cases of neuropathic pain seen recently in the world. Due to the toxic effects of drugs used to reduce this severe dysfunction, one can always move towards the herbal products or substances available in nature. Nature has numerous drugs that can be used to cure even severe diseases. One of which is Capsaicin which is available in the Capsicum or pepper. This Capsaicin plays a vital role in the treatment of neuropathic pain. In this article, we will discuss the roles and importance of Capsaicin (Pepper) found in Capsicum in neuropathic pain.

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Neuropathic pain, Capsaicin, Capsicum, Pepper, Pain.
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Authors

Abhishek Chaudhary
Abhilashi University, Chail Chowk, Tehsil Chachyot, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh - 175028, India., India
Divya Arora
Abhilashi University, Chail Chowk, Tehsil Chachyot, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh - 175028, India., India
Pooja Devi
Abhilashi University, Chail Chowk, Tehsil Chachyot, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh - 175028, India., India

Abstract


As we know, there is tremendous cases of neuropathic pain seen recently in the world. Due to the toxic effects of drugs used to reduce this severe dysfunction, one can always move towards the herbal products or substances available in nature. Nature has numerous drugs that can be used to cure even severe diseases. One of which is Capsaicin which is available in the Capsicum or pepper. This Capsaicin plays a vital role in the treatment of neuropathic pain. In this article, we will discuss the roles and importance of Capsaicin (Pepper) found in Capsicum in neuropathic pain.

Keywords


Neuropathic pain, Capsaicin, Capsicum, Pepper, Pain.

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