capsicum galapagoense/edema

Capsicum-derived ingredients function as skin-conditioning agents--miscellaneous, external analgesics, flavoring agents, or fragrance components in cosmetics. These ingredients are used in 19 cosmetic products at concentrations as high as 5%. Cosmetic-grade material may be extracted using hexane,

Capsicum baccatum is the most consumed red pepper species in Brazil. Our previous studies demonstrated the anti-inflammatory properties of its crude extract, whose activity is yet to be fully characterized. Herein, we examined the anti-inflammatory in vivo effects of enriched extracts obtained

The report presents rare case of a sudden death of a young man, caused by an oleoresin capsicum spray. In consequence, the victim developed acute laryngeal edema and death by asphyxiation.

We describe a variety of acute necrotizing enteritis that is endemic to the Indian subcontinent. During the period 1992-1998, 18 cases of acute jejunoileitis (AJI) were managed. Only those in whom the diagnosis was confirmed at laparotomy have been included in this study. The most common symptoms