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Tiger Balm Active Muscle Methyl Salicylate and Menthol, Unspecified Form 160 mg/g; 80 mg/g Gel, 2 g — NDC 66761-0128-02 package photo
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Tiger Balm Active Muscle Methyl Salicylate and Menthol, Unspecified Form 160 mg/g; 80 mg/g Gel, 2 g — NDC 66761-128-02 (Billing 66761-0128-02)

by Haw Par Healthcare Ltd. · 2 g in 1 POUCH

This is a package of 2 g of Tiger Balm Active Muscle Methyl Salicylate and Menthol, Unspecified Form 160 mg/g; 80 mg/g Gel from Haw Par Healthcare Ltd., no longer marketed (first marketed May 2018), no longer in the FDA NDC Directory. It is the main listing for this product, which comes in 2 package sizes.

NDC 66761-0128-02
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 66761-128-02 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains2 g Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Main listing for product 66761-128 · Also comes in: 60 g 66761-128-60
OTC Discontinued Non-controlled ⚠ Discontinued by firm ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 1, 2026 · this listing last changed Aug 27, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 66761-128-02
Product NDC 66761-128
11-digit billing NDC 66761012802
RxCUI 2043919
UNII LAV5U5022Y, L7T10EIP3A
Application # M017
SPL Set ID 845a4ead-f9c0-4009-bcae-b17cd388439b
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status Discontinued
FDA listing status Discontinued by firm
Marketing start 2018-05-01
Marketing end 2027-08-31
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form GEL
Substance METHYL SALICYLATE; MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM
Quick answers
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 2043919
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 66761-128-02 — 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 → 66761-0128-02. 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.

Clinical

📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It is used on the skin for short-term relief of minor muscle and joint aches. That includes arthritis, backache, strains, sprains and bruises. Some products, like Diclofenac Sodium...
  • Apply it only to clean, intact skin, and follow your product's directions on how often. Wash your hands after using creams or handling patches, and keep it away from your eyes. Don...
  • A short burning feeling, redness or mild irritation where you apply it is the most common. It usually fades in several days. Stop and call your doctor if you get severe burning, bl...
  • Be careful. Methyl salicylate is a salicylate, related to aspirin, and labels say to talk to a doctor first if you are prone to allergic reactions to aspirin or salicylates. Some l...
📖 Read our full Menthol / Methyl Salicylate guide →

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.

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.
Try another pack size: 60 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.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
66761-0128-02 You're viewing this Main listing 2 g in 1 POUCH 2018-05-01 — Discontinued by firm
66761-0128-60 66761-128-60 1 TUBE in 1 BOX / 60 g in 1 TUBE 2018-05-01 Aug 31, 2027 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in this package?
This package contains 2 g — 2 g in 1 pouch.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Tiger Balm Active Muscle Methyl Salicylate and Menthol, Unspecified Form 160 mg/g; 80 mg/g Gel?
Use the 11-digit billing form listed in the identifiers section of this page. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Tiger Balm Active Muscle 160 mg/g; 80 mg/gthis 66761-0128-02 Haw 2 g — — Discontinued —
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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2018
On the market since
May 2018
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2026
Currently FDA-listed
8 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.

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 4Q93RCW27E
    A synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that's crosslinked for stability. It acts as a thickener and gelling agent in creams and gels, helping the medicine spread evenly and maintain its texture.
  • UNII 2968PHW8QP
    A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
  • UNII H3R47K3TBD
    FD&C Blue No. 1 is a synthetic blue dye approved for use in foods and medicines. It serves as a colorant to give the medication its distinctive appearance and help with product identification.
  • UNII 8L6LB12TSJ
    PEG-15 cocamine is a surfactant derived from coconut oil and polyethylene glycol. It helps oils and water mix together in formulations and can serve as an emulsifier or solubilizer in medicines.
  • UNII 4AAN25P8P4
    A synthetic liquid derived from propylene glycol and cetyl alcohol, used as an emulsifier and solubilizer to help mix oil and water-based ingredients and keep the medicine uniform throughout.
  • UNII 6DC9Q167V3
    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.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesCarbomer 940, Citric Acid Monohydrate, FD&C Blue No. 1, Fragrance Active Fresh 1, Methylated Spirit, PEG-15 Cocamine, PPG-5 Ceteth-20, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water.

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.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerHaw Par Healthcare Ltd.
FDA applicationM017 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code66761
First marketedMay 2018
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio18 products on file
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.

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 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose 📄 When Using This Product 📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding 📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 📄 Questions or Comments 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 22 words ▾

Uses For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with simple backache, arthritis, bruises, strains and sprains.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 35 words ▾

Directions For adults and children over 12 years of age, rub well on the affected area. Repeat 3 to 4 times daily For children 12 years of age or younger, consult a doctor before use.

⚠️ Warnings 118 words ▾

Warnings For external use only. When using this product Use only as directed Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes Do not apply to wounds, damaged or irritated skin Do not bandage or cover with wrap or use heating pad Do not use 1 hour prior to bathing or within 30 minutes after bathing. Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition worsens Severe skin irritation occurs Pain persists for more than 7 days Pain clears up and then recurs a few days later.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have sensitive skin, ask a healthcare professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

📦 Storage and Handling 36 words ▾

Other Information Allergy alert: If prone to allergic reaction from aspirin or salicylates, consult doctor before use This product may cause allergic reaction on some individuals. Test on small area before use Store at room temperature.

🧪 Active Ingredient 12 words ▾

Active Ingredients Purpose Methyl Salicylate 16% Topical Analgesic Menthol 8% Topical Analgesic

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 25 words ▾

Inactive Ingredients Carbomer 940, Citric Acid Monohydrate, FD&C Blue No. 1, Fragrance Active Fresh 1, Methylated Spirit, PEG-15 Cocamine, PPG-5 Ceteth-20, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water.

🎯 Purpose 12 words ▾

Active Ingredients Purpose Methyl Salicylate 16% Topical Analgesic Menthol 8% Topical Analgesic

📄 When Using This Product 49 words ▾

When using this product Use only as directed Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes Do not apply to wounds, damaged or irritated skin Do not bandage or cover with wrap or use heating pad Do not use 1 hour prior to bathing or within 30 minutes after bathing.

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 30 words ▾

Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition worsens Severe skin irritation occurs Pain persists for more than 7 days Pain clears up and then recurs a few days later.

🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding 16 words ▾

If pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have sensitive skin, ask a healthcare professional before use.

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 18 words ▾

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

📄 Questions or Comments 3 words ▾

Questions (925) 292-3888

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 36 words ▾

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 G Tube Box TIGER BALM ® NDC 66761-128-60 ACTIVE MUSCLE GEL COOLING RELIEF MILDLY-SCENTED NON-STICKY PAIN RELIEF GEL NET WT. 2 OZ. (60G) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 G Tube Box

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

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 Methyl Salicylate and Menthol, Unspecified Form — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Back Pain8
Nausea8
Pain8
Dyspnoea5
Fatigue5
Tremor5
Arthralgia4

Age at onset

Adult1
Elderly4

Reporter sex

76 reports
Male · 22%
Female · 77%
Unknown · 2%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization15
Disabling6
Life-threatening4
Death1
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 6 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.

About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product No longer marketed (per FDA listing data)
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.
What does the discontinued status mean for this NDC?
The labeler reported a marketing end date (or the listing was delisted), so this specific package is no longer actively marketed. Remaining stock may still be dispensed for a time, and the NDC stays valid for historical records and claims — but data feeds (pricing, labeling) typically stop updating for it. Other package sizes or other manufacturers' versions of the same medication may still be marketed — see the equivalents section where available.
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 form printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed is the one the FDA registered. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero and the dashes are dropped. The Identity section at the top of this page lists each form of this code.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 1 tube (66761-0128-60). 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?
Haw Par Healthcare Ltd. 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.
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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.