NDC 24286-1563-02 — EARTHS CARE MUSCLE AND JOINT RUB camphor 3

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 24286-1563-2

Product NDC 24286-1563

11-digit billing NDC 24286156302

RxCUI 1249111

UNII N20HL7Q941

Application # M017

SPL Set ID 71e33e06-4dc3-4ead-a122-ff89d93a64de

DEA schedule Non-controlled

Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Marketing status On market

FDA listing status Listed (active directory)

Marketing start 2013-09-17

Route TOPICAL

Dosage form OINTMENT

Substance CAMPHOR (NATURAL)

Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 24286-1563-2 — a 5-4-1 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the package segment → 24286-1563-02. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.

Where does this data come from?

Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerDLC Laboratories, Inc.

FDA applicationM017 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)

Labeler code24286

First marketedSep 2013

Product typeHuman Otc Drug

Portfolio29 products on file

🔎 All NDCs from DLC Laboratories, Inc.

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Where does this data come from?

Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

Earth's Care Muscle and Joint Rub is a topical ointment containing camphor as its active ingredient. Camphor is commonly used in over-the-counter muscle and joint rubs to produce a warming or cooling sensation on the skin. This product is marketed under the FDA's OTC monograph rules for topical analgesic products rather than through individual drug approval. The ointment is applied directly to the skin over affected areas.

Patient education

📘 MedlinePlus patient leaflet ↗

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →

Where does this data come from?

Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

UNII 66YXD4DKO9
A natural oil extracted from almond kernels. It's used in medicines as an emollient and solvent to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients and improve texture in topical and oral formulations.
UNII OZ0E5Y15PZ
A plant extract from arnica flowers, used as a flavoring agent or fragrance component in medicines. It may also provide mild soothing properties to certain topical formulations.
UNII 8P5F881OCY
A natural resin extracted from a South American tree, used as a fragrance, flavor, and mild preservative in medicines. It adds pleasant taste and aroma to products.
UNII J3TO6BUQ37
Cajuput oil is a fragrant essential oil extracted from the cajuput tree. It's used in medicines as a flavoring agent and to add aroma, and may help mask unpleasant tastes.
UNII FGL3685T2X
Chamomile is a plant extract used in medications as a flavoring agent and for its mild soothing properties in formulations. It helps improve taste and aroma of the medicine.
UNII 2R04ONI662
Eucalyptus oil is a fragrant liquid extracted from eucalyptus tree leaves. It's used in medicines as a flavor, scent, or soothing agent in topical products and cough preparations.
UNII W9NZ9OZF68
A plant-derived ingredient from heterotheca inuloides flowers used as a natural colorant, flavoring agent, or botanical extract in medicines. It may help provide color, taste, or traditional plant-based properties to the final product.
UNII LAV5U5022Y
Methyl salicylate is a naturally derived liquid compound commonly found in wintergreen plants. In medicines, it's used as a flavoring agent and penetrating solvent to help distribute active ingredients evenly throughout topical products.
UNII IJ67X351P9
A natural plant extract from rosemary leaves used as a preservative to help prevent oils and fats in the medicine from spoiling or becoming rancid during storage.
UNII K49155WL9Y
Shea butter is a fat extracted from shea tree nuts. It's used in medicines as an emollient and lubricant to soften the product, improve texture, and help ingredients blend smoothly together.
UNII R0ZB2556P8
Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E derived from plant oils. It acts as an antioxidant in medicines to prevent oils and fats from breaking down and spoiling during storage.

11 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also statesArnica montana (arnica) flower extract, beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, Eucalyptus globulus (eucalyptus) oil, Gaultheria procumbens L. (wintergreen) oil, Heterotheca inuloides flower extract, Matricaria recutita (chamomile) flower extract, Melaleuca cajeputi (cajeput) oil, Myroxylon pereirae (balsam peru), Prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract, tocopherol (natural vitamin E)

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?

Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?

No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.

Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?

Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.

Can inactive ingredients matter?

Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price system	Per g	Per package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly	Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo	No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly	No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.

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No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.

Try another pack size: 2.8 g

Where does this data come from?

NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

Product	Labeler	Pack	NADAC/unit	TE	Status	Price vs. this
Earths Care Muscle And Joint Rub 3 g/100gthis 24286-1563-02	DLC	1 jar	—	—	FDA listed	—

About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.

Where does this data come from?

Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

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2013

On the market since

Sep 2013

📍

2026

Currently FDA-listed

13 years listed

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No generic listed yet

brand only

ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?

Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDC	Description	Marketing start	Status
24286-1563-02 You're viewing this	1 JAR in 1 BOX (24286-1563-2) / 71 g in 1 JAR	2013-09-17	Active
24286-1563-03	2.8 g in 1 POUCH (24286-1563-3)	2016-09-29	Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 24286-1563-02?

NDC 24286-1563-02 is listed by the FDA — 1 jar in 1 box / 71 g in 1 jar.

What NDC number is used to bill for this package of EARTHS CARE MUSCLE AND JOINT RUB camphor 3 g/100g Ointment?

Bill NDC 24286-1563-02 — the 11-digit billing format is 24286156302. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product

What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand

NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes)	✓ Available
Labeler	✓ Available
Product & package description	✓ Available
Marketing category & status	✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route	✓ Available
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Inactive ingredients (structured)	✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS)	— Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data	— Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk	— Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD)	— Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.

“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?

An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.

Why is there no price listed?

The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.

Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?

Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 24286-1563-2, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 24286-1563-02, written without dashes as 24286156302. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.

What do the three segments of this NDC mean?

In 24286-1563-02, the first segment (24286) is the labeler code FDA assigned to DLC Laboratories, Inc.; the middle segment (1563) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (02) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.

Is this package still being marketed?

Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by DLC Laboratories, Inc.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.

Does this product come in other package sizes?

Yes — the FDA directory lists 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 2.8 g (24286-1563-03). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.

Who lists this product with the FDA?

DLC Laboratories, Inc. is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.

Do I need a prescription for this product?

This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.

This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.

Where does this data come from?

Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.

🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose

🎯 Indications and Usage 19 words ▾

Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: bruises simple backache arthritis strains sprains

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 39 words ▾

Directions adults and children 2 years of age or older: apply to affected area not more than 3 or 4 times daily avoid overuse on large areas of the skin children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor

⚠️ Warnings 100 words ▾

Warnings For external use only Do not use with a heating pad on wounds or damaged skin When using this product avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if skin redness or excessive irritation of the skin develops symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days If pregnant or breastfeeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

🧪 Active Ingredient 4 words ▾

Active ingredient Camphor 3%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 53 words ▾

Inactive ingredients Arnica montana (arnica) flower extract, beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, Eucalyptus globulus (eucalyptus) oil, Gaultheria procumbens L . (wintergreen) oil, Heterotheca inuloides flower extract, Matricaria recutita (chamomile) flower extract, Melaleuca cajeputi (cajeput) oil, Myroxylon pereirae (balsam peru), Prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract, tocopherol (natural vitamin E)

🎯 Purpose 3 words ▾

Purpose External analgesic

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗

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