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Is Capsaicin Cream Safe To Use While On Anti-coagulant?

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Posted on Sat, 3 Dec 2016
Question: Good Evening, I am currently taking an anti coagulant (rivaroxaban). Is it safe to use capsicum cream on my feet. I have peripheral neuropathy. Thank you. XXXXXXX XXXX
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Answered by Dr. Panagiotis Zografakis (10 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
no interaction

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

there is nothing to worry about. These drugs do not interact with each other. They can be used together if needed. Besides that the cream is only applied locally.

Kind Regards!
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Is Capsaicin Cream Safe To Use While On Anti-coagulant?

Brief Answer: no interaction Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX there is nothing to worry about. These drugs do not interact with each other. They can be used together if needed. Besides that the cream is only applied locally. Kind Regards!