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OLEORESIN CAPSICUM
OLEORESIN CAPSICUM reduces corneal sensitivity which is why it is used in tear gas. It is used in creams and lotions for the purpose of relieving pain of muscle and joint caused by arthritis, strains, sprains, backaches and bruising. It also acts against neuralgia.
Category: Active Ingredient
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22906172https://www.drugs.com/mtm/capsicum-oleoresin.html
Sector 1:PHARMACEUTICAL
Alternate Name: Capsicum oleoresin
Health Benefits: Analgesic, Active ingredient of tear gas
Supporting Link(s):https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11097593
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22906172https://www.drugs.com/mtm/capsicum-oleoresin.html