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What are the symptoms of cayenne pepper toxicity?

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While a lethal overdose of capsaicin, the active compound in cayenne pepper, is extremely unlikely from normal food consumption, excessive intake can lead to adverse, though typically temporary, effects. This article explores **what are the symptoms of cayenne pepper toxicity** and explains the difference between common irritation and more serious reactions.