Description
Rugby Capsaicin Cream 0.025% – 2 oz (24 Pack Case) | Compare to Zostrix®
Professional-Grade Bulk Savings for Chronic Pain Management
Maximize your savings with this 24-Pack Case of Rugby Capsaicin Cream 0.025%. Specifically designed for clinics, care facilities, or individuals managing chronic pain, this bulk case offers our absolute lowest price per tube. It delivers the same effective relief for arthritis, nerve pain, and joint discomfort as Zostrix® Original Strength, but at a fraction of the cost. The odor-free, non-greasy formula absorbs quickly, making it ideal for the frequent application required to help desensitize nerve receptors and manage persistent pain signals.
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What You'll Receive
- Product: Rugby Capsaicin Cream 0.025%
- Total Quantity: Twenty-four (24) individual 2 oz tubes
- Total Volume: 48 oz (Full Case Pack)
Key Features & Benefits
- Compare to Zostrix®: Contains the same active ingredient (Capsaicin 0.025%) used for effective external analgesia.
- Targeted Pain Relief: Deeply penetrates to relieve minor aches and pains associated with arthritis, simple backaches, strains, and sprains.
- Nerve Pain Support: Often recommended by healthcare providers to manage discomfort from diabetic neuropathy or shingles (post-herpetic neuralgia).
- Clean & Discrete: The greaseless cream formula absorbs fully into the skin without leaving a heavy medicinal scent.
- Desensitizing Effect: Regular use 3–4 times daily helps reduce the amount of "Substance P," the body's pain transmitter, at the application site.
Important Safety & Drug Facts
- Active Ingredient: Capsaicin 0.025% (External Analgesic).
- Inactive Ingredients: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Cetyl Acetate, Methylparaben, PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether Distearate, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide, Steareth-100, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Water.
- Directions:
- Adults and children 18+: Apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub in until fully absorbed. Repeat 3 to 4 times daily.
- Post-Application: Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after application (unless treating the hands).
- Children under 18: Ask a doctor.
- Warnings:
For external use only. Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not bandage tightly or apply external heat (like heating pads) to the treated area. A temporary burning sensation may occur; this is normal and typically diminishes after several days of regular use.
- Storage: Store at 15°–30°C (59°–86°F). Keep tubes tightly closed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why does this cream cause a burning sensation?
Capsaicin is the natural compound that gives chili peppers their heat. When applied topically, it stimulates pain receptors to eventually "exhaust" them, which leads to pain relief. The burning sensation is common during the first few days of use but usually fades as your body adjusts.
Can I use this for shingles pain?
Yes, capsaicin cream is frequently used to manage post-herpetic neuralgia (nerve pain following shingles). However, you should only apply it after the shingles blisters have completely healed, and you should consult your doctor first.
How long does it take to work?
While some users feel relief quickly, the full analgesic effect of capsaicin typically requires regular application (3–4 times daily) for 2 to 4 weeks.
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