Pure Cayenne 470 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Pure Cayenne 470 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
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Pure Cayenne 470 mg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Harmony with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for nerve pain (neuropathy), muscle and joint pain (arthritis), back pain.Based on those ingredients, 239 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Cayenne. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pure Cayenne 470 mg by Nature's Harmony
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: 470 mg of cayenne per capsule. Cayenne (capsicum) is the pepper used in cooking and traditional remedies.
The inactive ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, and gelatin — the capsule and fillers that hold it together.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Cayenne is likely effective for postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain after shingles) and diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes). It's possibly effective for cluster headaches, back pain, and postoperative nausea and vomiting.
The evidence supporting these uses comes from clinical research, though for some conditions more study is underway.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Cayenne is generally well tolerated in food amounts and at doses up to 200 mg daily. The most common side effects are belching, bloating, burning, diarrhea, upset stomach, gas, headache, nausea, and skin flushing — basically digestive and warming sensations.
Concentrated supplements beyond typical doses are not well studied. Population research suggests very high intakes of capsaicin (the active part of cayenne) may be linked to stomach cancer risk, though low intake appears protective; it's unclear what amount counts as high, and some of that risk may come from contamination rather than capsaicin itself.
Serious side effects are rare but have included heart attack and high blood pressure in case reports.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin, blood sugar medications, theophylline, aspirin, ACE inhibitors, or ciprofloxacin. These are the drug types where cayenne has documented interactions — most are Moderate severity.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Cayenne is a reasonable choice if you're looking for help with shingles pain or diabetic nerve pain, or possibly cluster headaches or back pain. If you take any blood thinner, diabetes medication, theophylline, aspirin, an ACE inhibitor, or ciprofloxacin, you'll need to check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this — the interactions could matter.
Talk it over with your own healthcare provider, especially if you have a sensitive stomach or heart concerns.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2013.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Pure Cayenne 470 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nature's Harmony |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 063047005940 |
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2013 |
| DSLD ID | 21849 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Pure Cayenne 470 mg by Nature's Harmony, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cayenne | 470 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Gelatin
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Storage
STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.
Precautions
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
DO NOT USE IF SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN.
Risk Information: Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have stomach ulcers or inflammation. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you take antihypertensive medication or blood thinners, or if symptoms persist.
Discontinue use if hypersensitivity, such as skin irritation, burning, stinging or redness occurs.
General Statements
Helps Support Circulation and Aids Digestion
{Capsule} Actual Size
A Proud Canadian Company
General
400594.01-03
Formulation
This product does not contain corn, dairy, egg, gluten, shellfish, soy, sulfites or artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended Use: Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to aid digestion and help support peripheral circulation. Recommended Dose (Adults): Take 1 capsule daily with a meal.
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Pure Cayenne 470 mg by Nature's Harmony label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Pure Cayenne 470 mg by Nature's Harmony
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Cayenne
Interacts with239 drugs
Capsicum (chili pepper) contains capsaicin, which is best known and best studied as a topical treatment for certain types of pain. Topical capsaicin p...
Cayenne monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Gelatin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Pure Cayenne 470 mg by Nature's Harmony Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Pure Cayenne 470 mg by Nature's Harmony contains cayenne, which interacts with several medication types.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (anticoagulants/antiplatelets) — cayenne may increase bleeding risk, especially in people taking warfarin. Population research has documented increased self-reported bleeding in these patients.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Cayenne also has Moderate interactions with blood sugar medications (antidiabetes drugs), theophylline (a breathing medication), and aspirin. With blood sugar drugs, there's a theoretical risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
With theophylline taken by mouth, cayenne may raise drug levels and side effects. With aspirin, cayenne may reduce how well aspirin is absorbed — though this has only been shown in animals, not humans yet.
Minor interactions exist with ACE inhibitors (blood pressure drugs) and ciprofloxacin (an antibiotic). The ACE inhibitor concern is mainly with topical capsaicin cream and cough; this product is oral and the clinical significance is unclear.
With ciprofloxacin, animal research shows cayenne may increase antibiotic levels by up to 70%.
Altogether, these interactions span 239 individual medications. Use the medication checker on this page to look up your exact drugs before starting.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Pure Cayenne 470 mg interact with 239 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Pure Cayenne 470 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Cayenne
AbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Cayenne + Acarbose interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with aspirin might reduce the bioavailability of aspirin.
Read the full Cayenne + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Cayenne + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Cayenne + Albiglutide interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Cayenne + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Cayenne + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Cayenne + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with aspirin might reduce the bioavailability of aspirin.
Read the full Cayenne + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Anagrelide interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Anisindione interactionAntidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) InhibitorGlyxambi
How Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Cayenne + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Antithrombin Iii interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Apixaban interactionArgatrobanArgatroban
How Argatroban interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Argatroban interactionAspirinAngettes 75, ASA, Asaphen, Aspirin, Caprin, Cartia +8 more
How Aspirin interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Aspirin interactionAspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #3
How Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with aspirin might reduce the bioavailability of aspirin.
Read the full Cayenne + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAspirin, ButalbitalAxotal
How Aspirin, Butalbital interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Aspirin, Butalbital interactionAspirin, Butalbital, CaffeineFiorinal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with aspirin might reduce the bioavailability of aspirin.
Read the full Cayenne + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateFiorinal w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, PhenacetinMarnal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking capsicum with aspirin might reduce the bioavailability of aspirin.
Read the full Cayenne + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, CaffeineAnacin
How Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Pure Cayenne 470 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CayenneAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Cayenne + Aspirin, Caffeine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Pure Cayenne 470 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Cayenne
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, capsicum may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research shows that capsicum might increase the effects of antiplatelet drugs. Also, population research shows that capsicum is associated with an increased risk of self-reported bleeding in patients taking warfarin. However, clinical research shows that taking a single dose of capsaicin (Asian Herbex Ltd.), the active ingredient in capsicum, 400-800 mcg orally in combination with aspirin 500 mg does not decrease platelet aggregation when compared with taking aspirin 500 mg alone. Also, there was no notable effect on measures of platelet aggregation with capsaicin. It is unclear whether capsaicin must be used in more than a single dose to affect platelet aggregation.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking capsicum with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Preliminary clinical research shows that consuming capsicum 5 grams along with a glucose drink attenuates the rise in plasma glucose after 30 minutes by 21%, decreases the 2-hour postprandial area under the curve of plasma glucose by 11%, and increases the 2-hour postprandial area under the curve of plasma insulin by 58% in healthy individuals when compared with placebo. Other clinical research shows that taking capsicum 5 mg daily for 28 days significantly reduces postprandial blood glucose and insulin levels, but not fasting blood glucose and insulin levels, in patients with gestational diabetes.
Aspirin
Theoretically, taking capsicum with aspirin might reduce the bioavailability of aspirin.
Animal research shows that acute or chronic intake of capsicum pepper reduces oral aspirin bioavailability. This has not been shown in humans.
Theophylline
Theoretically, taking capsicum with theophylline might increase the levels and adverse effects of theophylline.
In animal research, oral administration of capsicum reduced excretion of theophylline. However, capsicum does not seem to affect the pharmacokinetics of theophylline when administered intravenously.
Ace Inhibitors (Aceis)
Theoretically, using topical capsaicin may increase the risk of ACE inhibitor-induced cough.
There is one case report of a topically applied capsaicin cream contributing to the cough reflex in a patient using an ACEI. However, it is unclear if this interaction is clinically significant.
Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
Theoretically, taking capsicum with ciprofloxacin might increase levels and adverse effects of ciprofloxacin.
Animal research shows that concomitant use of capsaicin, the active constituent of capsicum, and ciprofloxacin increases the bioavailability of ciprofloxacin by up to 70%.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Pure Cayenne 470 mg, from the product label.
Nature's Harmony
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- SunOpta Inc.
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- 6 Commerce Crescent
- City
- Acton
- State
- ON
- ZipCode
- L7J 2X3
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The Full Monographs Behind Pure Cayenne 470 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
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Pure Cayenne 470 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
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The 89 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Capsicum 89 references
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