The capsaicin receptor produces both heat and pain sensations by allowing Ca²⁺ and Na⁺ to diffuse into the neuron through transient receptor potential channels.

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Capsaicin is known to activate the transient receptor potential vanilloid 1 (TRPV1) channel, which permeates Ca2+ and Na+ ions into the neuron, leading to the sensation of heat and pain.

The Capsaicin Receptor Produces Both Heat and Pain Sensations by Allowing