Camphotrol camphor, menthol 4 g/100g; 10 g/100g Gel, 85 g
🆔 Identity & classification
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Camphotrol is a topical gel sold as an over-the-counter monograph product. It contains camphor and menthol, both of which are commonly used in topical preparations for their warming and cooling sensations. These ingredients are typically applied to the skin to provide temporary comfort and a soothing effect in products designed for minor aches and muscle tension.
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A liquid solvent derived from fermentation or chemical synthesis. In medicines, alcohol dissolves active ingredients, helps preserve the product, and improves how the body absorbs certain drugs.
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Chondroitin sulfate is a naturally occurring compound extracted from cow cartilage. In medicines, it's used as a binder and thickener to help hold ingredients together and adjust the product's texture and consistency.
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A sulfur-containing organic compound used as a solvent and penetration enhancer in medicines. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improve their absorption through skin or mucous membranes.
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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.
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Glucosamine sulfate is a natural compound derived from shellfish or made in laboratories. In medications, it acts as an active therapeutic ingredient rather than an inactive excipient, though it may also serve as a filler or binder in some formulations.
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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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Ilex paraguariensis leaf, commonly known as yerba mate, is a plant extract used in medicines as a flavoring agent and to add botanical content. It may also contribute mild preservative properties to the formulation.
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Indian frankincense is a natural resin extracted from trees native to India. It is used in medicines as a binder and thickening agent to help hold ingredients together and improve texture.
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A mineral salt used in medications as a source of magnesium. It helps bind ingredients together, improve texture, and maintain the product's stability during storage.
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A synthetic polymer made from methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate. It forms a protective coating on tablets and capsules to control how and where the medicine dissolves in the digestive system.
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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.
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Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
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Trolamine is an alkaline compound used as a pH buffer and emulsifier in medicines. It helps neutralize acids, stabilize formulations, and enable mixing of oil and water-based ingredients.
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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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| Camphor 4% Plus Menthol 10% 100 mg/g; 40 mg/g 59088-0259-07 | PureTek | 85 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Camphotrex 4 g/100g; 10 g/100g 59088-0283-07 | PureTek | 85 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Camphotrol 4 g/100g; 10 g/100gthis 59088-0488-07 | PureTek | 85 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Professional Therapy MuscleCare pain relieving gel Extra Strength 4 g/100g; 10 g/100g 70039-0283-07 | Active | 1 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Professional Therapy MuscleCare Pro Roll-on 4 g/100g; 10 g/100g 70039-0301-03 | ACTIVE | 85 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Professional Therapy MuscleCare Pro Pain Relieving Cold Gel 4 g/100g; 10 g/100g 70039-0302-16 | ACTIVE | 453 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Relieve and Relax Pain Relieving 40 mg/mL; 100 mg/mL 81790-0001-00 | MAC | 88.7 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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⏳ Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 59088-0488-07 You're viewing this | 85 g in 1 BOTTLE, WITH APPLICATOR (59088-488-07) | 2022-01-18 | 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 backache, arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains, etc.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions ■ adults and children 12 years of age or older: using the roll-on applicator massage a liberal amount of gel directly on the affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily ■ children under the age of 12: do not use, consult a doctor ■ use only as directed
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only Do not use on ■ wounds ■ damaged skin When using this product ■ avoid getting into eyes or mucous membranes ■ do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ excessive irritation of the skin develops ■ condition worsens ■ symptoms last 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 right away.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other information ■ keep container tightly closed ■ store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredients (% by weight) Camphor 4% Menthol 10%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients Acrylates Copolymer, Alcohol Denat., Boswellia Serrata Extract, Chondroitin Sulfate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Glucosamine Sulfate, Glycerin, Ilex Paraguariensis (Yerba Mate) Leaf Powder, Magnesium Chloride, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Propylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Water.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Analgesic (pain relief)