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cayenne /cay·enne/ (ki-) (ka-yen´) capsicum.
cayenne, n Latin names: Capsicum frutescens, Capsicum annuum; part used: capsaicin extract; uses: analgesia, arthritis, fibromyalgia, neuropathy, indigestion, gastroprotection (particularly that related to NSAID use), heart disease; precautions: pa-tients taking theophylline for asthma. Also called capsicum, African pepper, bird pepper, chili, chili pepper, or hot pepper. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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