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Who should not take capsicum ()?

Do not take capsicum without first talking to your doctor if you are allergic to peppers (green, red, orange, yellow, chili, , peppercorns, etc.). You may also be allergic to capsicum.

Before taking capsicum, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care professional if you have allergies (especially to plants), have any medical condition, or if you take other medicines or other herbal/health supplements. Capsicum may not be recommended in some situations.

There is no information available regarding the use of capsicum by children. Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without first talking to the child's doctor.

How should I take capsicum ()?

The use of capsicum in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts accepted by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements, consultation with a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.

If you choose to take capsicum, use it as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Standardized extracts, tinctures, and solid formulations of herbal/health supplements may provide a more reliable dose of the product.

Take the pill forms of capsicum with a full glass of water.

To ensure the correct dose, measure the liquid forms of capsicum with a dropper or a dose-measuring spoon or cup.

Topical forms of capsicum are intended for external use only.

Do not use different formulations (e.g., tablets, liquids, teas, and others) of capsicum at the same time, unless specifically directed to do so by a health care professional. Using different formulations together increases the risk of an overdose of capsicum.

Store capsicum as directed on the package. In general, capsicum should be protected from light.

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