Reviewer: Renee, 35-44 on Treatment for less than 1 month

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Pure hell. I purchased the cream for my husband and I at Target. The burning sensation was not instant so neither of us noticed the pain until well after the cream had been applied to different areas of our bodies. We both have a high tolerance for pain, but the extreme burning was so intense it had both of us on the verge of tears and contemplating an ER visit. We tried alleviating with mild s ... Show Full Comment

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Pure hell. I purchased the cream for my husband and I at Target. The burning sensation was not instant so neither of us noticed the pain until well after the cream had been applied to different areas of our bodies. We both have a high tolerance for pain, but the extreme burning was so intense it had both of us on the verge of tears and contemplating an ER visit. We tried alleviating with mild soap, baby shampoo, dishwashing liquid, milk, yogurt, and aloe vera. None offered any relief. The cold water rinse was most effective, but only short term relief lasting a few seconds. The blow torch description provided by another user is 100% accurate. It was truly that bad. Our king was bright red with continual throbbing, burning, and aching. It took nearly 3 days for the pain to completely disappear. It would subside for a few hours and then reignite in the same manner it began. I would not recommend this product to anyone not even my worst enemy.
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Reviewer: 75 or over on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Applied for mild knee discomfort. Within seconds of applying, the burning was unbearable, with my knee bright red and swollen. Warning is on inside of box that has to be torn open to read. Lasted all night - could not have a sheet or even a tissue touching it. Small blisters appeared after a few days. Not sure why burning is so bad for some people and apparently not others. Warning should be ... Show Full Comment

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Applied for mild knee discomfort. Within seconds of applying, the burning was unbearable, with my knee bright red and swollen. Warning is on inside of box that has to be torn open to read. Lasted all night - could not have a sheet or even a tissue touching it. Small blisters appeared after a few days. Not sure why burning is so bad for some people and apparently not others. Warning should be clearly printed on outside of packaging and tube.
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Reviewer: gunorthopod, 75 or over Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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The knee joint mostly is just beneath the skin surface and therefore more easily reached by the active ingredient(like diluted pepper spray).Sure it burns at first but hysteria seen in some of the reviews is unwarranted...it will get better in a few days.Man up(politically incorrect,I suppose). Few or no side effects other than above.Need at least a week to determine efficacy.Mode of action dif ... Show Full Comment

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The knee joint mostly is just beneath the skin surface and therefore more easily reached by the active ingredient(like diluted pepper spray).Sure it burns at first but hysteria seen in some of the reviews is unwarranted...it will get better in a few days.Man up(politically incorrect,I suppose). Few or no side effects other than above.Need at least a week to determine efficacy.Mode of action differs from counter-irritant creams which themselves induce inflammation and increased local blood flow.Capsaicin diminishes substance P which is a pain mediator.This product is indeed worth trying.You can't OD.Wash hands well after use(use rubber gloves)and keep fingers away from eyes,anal,and genital areas unless you want to learn a new dance fast.BTW I am a retired orthopaedic surgeon and frequently use this cream for shoulder and knee arthritic pain.
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Reviewer: 65-74 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Used on my neck and suffered severe burning and redness. Tossed the applicator immediately. This should only be available under doctor advice. Will not use it a second time.

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Used on my neck and suffered severe burning and redness. Tossed the applicator immediately. This should only be available under doctor advice. Will not use it a second time.
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Reviewer: Zoe Bear, 45-54 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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WOW, I wish I had read about this before I used it! The BURNING is HORRIFIC!! No wonder I cant feel my arthritis pain, I am SO MUCH PAIN from the BURNING!! JUST SAY NO! DO NOT USE this unless you like the feel of intense burning pain (worse than sunburn and NOTHING relieves it).

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WOW, I wish I had read about this before I used it! The BURNING is HORRIFIC!! No wonder I cant feel my arthritis pain, I am SO MUCH PAIN from the BURNING!! JUST SAY NO! DO NOT USE this unless you like the feel of intense burning pain (worse than sunburn and NOTHING relieves it).
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