NCIt related terms : (E)-N-[(4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-phenyl)methyl]-8-methyl-non-6-enamide;
NCIt definition : A chili pepper extract with analgesic properties. Capsaicin is a neuropeptide releasing
agent selective for primary sensory peripheral neurons. Used topically, capsaicin
aids in controlling peripheral nerve pain. This agent has been used experimentally
to manipulate substance P and other tachykinins. In addition, capsaicin may be useful
in controlling chemotherapy- and radiotherapy-induced mucositis.;
Alternative definition : CRCH: Capsaicinoid compound with side chain CO(CH2)4(CH)2CH(CH3)2. The chemical structure
is CC(C)C CCCCCC( O)NCC1 CC( C(C C1)O)OC.; NCI-GLOSS: A component of certain plants, including cayenne and red pepper, used topically
for peripheral nerve pain. Also being studied for controlling mucositis pain after
chemotherapy and radiation therapy.;
UNII : S07O44R1ZM;
InChIKey : YKPUWZUDDOIDPM-SOFGYWHQSA-N;
CAS number : 404-86-4;
Chemical formula : C18H27NO3;
NSC code : 56353;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:3374;
Codes from synonyms : NSC0056353; 00534; CDR0000045377;