Artridon Glucosamine Menthol, Methyl Salicylate 2 g/100g; 15 g/100g Ointment
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🆔 Identity & classification
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Artridon Glucosamine Menthol is a topical ointment containing menthol and methyl salicylate. These ingredients are typically used together in over-the-counter products applied to the skin to produce a warming or cooling sensation and may be included in formulations intended for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint discomfort. This product is marketed as an OTC monograph drug, meaning it follows established FDA guidelines for this category of topical analgesic products rather than undergoing individual FDA review.
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Cetyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping blend oil and water components and giving products a smooth, creamy texture.
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Clove oil is an essential oil derived from clove plant buds. It's used in medicines as a flavoring agent and for its mild preservative properties to help maintain product stability.
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Dimethicone is a silicone-based oil that acts as an anti-foaming agent and lubricant in medicines. It reduces gas bubbles in liquid formulations and helps coat and protect the stomach lining when ingested.
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Glucosamine hydrochloride is an amino sugar derived from shellfish or produced synthetically. In medicines, it serves as an active nutritional ingredient rather than a typical inactive excipient, used to support joint and cartilage function.
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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.
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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.
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Isopropyl myristate is an oily liquid made from coconut or palm oil. It's used in medicines as an emollient and penetration enhancer to help the medicine absorb through skin or improve spreadability in topical products.
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Mineral oil is a clear, odorless liquid derived from crude oil. It acts as a lubricant and emollient in medications, helping pills slide smoothly during manufacturing and aiding moisture retention in topical products.
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Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative and antimicrobial agent used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and cosmetic products, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.
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Potassium hydroxide is a strong alkaline chemical used in medicines to adjust and maintain the pH level of liquid formulations, helping keep the product stable and the active ingredients effective.
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Stearic acid is a fatty acid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as a binder and lubricant in tablets and capsules, helping them hold together and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
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Triethylene glycol is a synthetic liquid that acts as a solvent and humectant in medicines. It helps dissolve active ingredients and keeps liquid formulations from drying out.
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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.
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💲 Pricing
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| 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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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Artridon Glucosamine 2 g/100g; 15 g/100gthis 55758-0030-05 | Pharmadel | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 55758-0030-05 You're viewing this | 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (55758-030-05) / 142 g in 1 TUBE | 2026-02-02 | Active |
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| 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. |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backaches arthritis strains bruises sprains
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions adults and children 12 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 12 years of age: do not use, consult a doctor
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. When using this product do not apply on wounds or damaged skin do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help, or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredients and Purpose Active ingredients Purpose Menthol 2%............................... Topical analgesic Methyl Salicylate 15% ............... Topical analgesic
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients cetyl alcohol, clove oil, dimethicone, glucosamine hydrochloride, glycerin, glyceryl monostearate, isopropyl myristate, mineral oil, phenoxyethanol, potassium hydroxide, stearic acid, triethylene glycol, water
🎯 Purpose ▾
Active ingredients Purpose Menthol 2%............................... Topical analgesic Methyl Salicylate 15% ............... Topical analgesic