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Te-Fu Recovery Massage Menthol, Methyl Salicylate 5 g/100mL; 10 g/100mL Lotion, 118 mL — NDC 44717-0539-01 package photo

Te-Fu Recovery Massage Menthol, Methyl Salicylate 5 g/100mL; 10 g/100mL Lotion, 118 mL

by Wasatch Product Development · 118 mL in 1 BOTTLE (44717-539-01)
NDC 44717-0539-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 44717-539-01 billing pads the product segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
📋 All sources & update times →

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 44717-539-01
Product NDC 44717-539
11-digit billing NDC 44717053901
RxCUI 2105550
UNII L7T10EIP3A, LAV5U5022Y
UPC 0099904219137
Application # M017
SPL Set ID 7bc2989f-dfb6-e8af-e053-2991aa0a0bf2
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2018-11-28
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form LOTION
Substance MENTHOL; METHYL SALICYLATE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 44717-539-01 — a 5-3-2 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 product segment → 44717-0539-01. 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

LabelerWasatch Product Development
FDA applicationM017 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code44717
First marketedNov 2018
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
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

📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • These products are designed for temporary relief of mild to moderate muscle and joint pain — things like arthritis, a sore back, sprains, strains, bruises, and cramps. Medistik Dua...
  • What kinds of pain does this actually help with?
  • A mild burning or warming sensation right after you apply it is completely normal and is actually expected. It usually fades within a few days of regular use. What you should NOT i...
  • I feel a burning sensation after I put it on — is that normal?
📖 Read our full Menthol / Methyl Salicylate guide →
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 LKG8494WBH
    Benzyl alcohol is a clear liquid used as a preservative and solvent in medicines. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth and dissolves other ingredients to create uniform liquid formulations.
  • UNII 114P5I43UJ
    A hydrocarbon oil derived from petroleum, containing 13 to 15 carbon atoms per molecule. It serves as a lubricant and glidant in tablets and capsules to reduce friction during manufacturing and improve powder flow.
  • UNII 75IZZ8Y727
    Camphor oil is a colorless to pale yellow essential oil derived from the camphor laurel tree. It's used in medicines as a flavoring agent and mild skin-soothing ingredient in topical formulations.
  • UNII K679OBS311
    Carboxymethylcellulose sodium is a plant-derived thickening agent made from cellulose. In medicines, it acts as a binder to hold ingredients together, a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart, or a thickener in liquids.
  • UNII 2DMT128M1S
    A waxy solid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier to blend oil and water components, and also thickens the medicine to give it the right texture and consistency.
  • UNII VCA5491KVF
    A fragrant oil extracted from clove leaves, used as a flavoring and aromatic agent to mask unpleasant tastes or add pleasant scent to medicines.
  • UNII 9G1OE216XY
    Docosanol is a waxy, fatty alcohol derived from plant sources. It acts as an emollient and thickener in topical medicines, helping to soften the skin and improve product texture and stability.
  • 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 SAS9Z1SVUK
    A natural oil extracted from ginger root that adds flavor and aroma to the medicine. It may also serve as a preservative or help mask unpleasant tastes in the formulation.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
  • UNII 230OU9XXE4
    A waxy substance made from glycerin and stearic acid that acts as an emulsifier to blend oily and watery ingredients together. It also helps thicken and stabilize the medicine's texture.
  • UNII E89I1637KE
    Guar gum is a natural thickener made from guar bean seeds. It's used in medicines as a binder and thickening agent to hold ingredients together and create the right texture and consistency.
  • UNII G1L3HT4CMH
    A synthetic compound used in medicines as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth, extending the product's shelf life.
  • UNII C9H2L21V7U
    A fat derived from coconut or palm oil containing shorter fatty acid chains. It serves as a solvent and carrier to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients, improving absorption and stability in liquid formulations.
  • UNII OP1R32D61U
    Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
  • UNII 50C1307PZG
    Pentylene glycol is a humectant and preservative helper derived from petroleum or plant sources. It draws moisture into the product and helps prevent bacterial growth, keeping medicines stable during storage.
  • UNII AV092KU4JH
    A natural oil extracted from peppermint plants. It's used as a flavoring agent to mask bitter tastes and add a refreshing mint flavor to medicines, making them easier to take.
  • UNII 88496G1ERL
    Sodium phytate is a plant-derived salt used in medications as a chelating agent and preservative. It helps stabilize formulations and may improve how the body absorbs certain minerals in the medicine.
  • UNII 2KR89I4H1Y
    Stearyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from natural oils or made synthetically. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping mix ingredients together and give the product the right texture.
  • UNII F3C8G3904Y
    A waxy compound derived from stearic acid, used as a lubricant and glidant in tablets and capsules to reduce friction during manufacturing and improve powder flow.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
  • UNII TTV12P4NEE
    Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.

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

The official label also statesInactive ingredients: Water, Cinnamomium Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, C13-15 Alkane, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis(sweet almond) Oil, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mentha Piperita (peppermint) Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Stearyl Phosphate, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Zingiber Officinale (ginger) Root Oil, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Cellulose Gum, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Phytate.

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 DailyMedingredient 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 systemPer gPer 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.
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

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Te-Fu Recovery Massage 5 g/100mL; 10 g/100mLthis 44717-0539-01 Wasatch 118 ml 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

🏛️
2018
On the market since
Nov 2018
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
8 years listed
🔒
·
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.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Te-Fu Recovery Massage (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Dizziness2
Pruritus2
Application Site Dermatitis1
Arthritis1
Asthenia1
Back Pain1
Blood Glucose Increased1

Reporter sex

8 reports
Male · 88%
Female · 13%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization3
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2023 2024 2025 2026 1 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
44717-0539-01 You're viewing this 118 mL in 1 BOTTLE (44717-539-01) 2018-11-28 Active

🧭 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
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
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 44717-539-01, 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: 44717-0539-01, written without dashes as 44717053901. 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 44717-0539-01, the first segment (44717) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Wasatch Product Development; the middle segment (0539) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (01) 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 Wasatch Product Development. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Wasatch Product Development 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 30 words

If condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, discontinue use of product and consult a physician.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 31 words

Directions Adults and children 2 year of age and older apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times per day Children under 2yrs of age consult a physician.

⚠️ Warnings 13 words

Warnings For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes Do not bandage tightly

🧪 Active Ingredient 12 words

Active ingredient Purpose Menthol (5.0%) Topical Analgesic Methyl Salicylicate (10%) Topical Analgesic

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 68 words

Inactive ingredients: Water, Cinnamomium Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, C13-15 Alkane, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis( sweet almond) Oil, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mentha Piperita (peppermint) Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Stearyl Phosphate, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Zingiber Officinale (ginger) Root Oil, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Cellulose Gum, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Phytate.

🎯 Purpose 27 words

Uses Provides warming, penetrating pain relief for sore muscles and joints May also provide temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with backache, strains and bruises

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.