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CVS Arnica ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER 1 [hp_X]/73g Gel — NDC 66902-0778-26 package photo
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CVS Arnica ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER 1 [hp_X]/73g Gel — NDC 66902-778-26 (Billing 66902-0778-26)

by Natural Essentials, Inc. · 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 73 g in 1 TUBE

This is a package of CVS Arnica ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER 1 [hp_X]/73g Gel from Natural Essentials, Inc., marketed since Jan 2021 and currently FDA-listed, this package's marketing is listed to end Oct 2026. It is this product's only package size.

NDC 66902-0778-26
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 66902-778-26 billing pads the product segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 8, 2026 · this listing last changed Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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NDC database record

One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 66902-778-26 alone.

Record
FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
Code segments
66902 labeler · 778 product · 26 package
Package marketed since
Jan 27, 2021
Package marketing ended
Oct 11, 2026
Sample package
No — commercial package
Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
3 6690277826 4
FDA record last changed
Jul 24, 2026

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 66902-778-26
Product NDC 66902-778
11-digit billing NDC 66902077826
UNII OZ0E5Y15PZ
SPL Set ID e49ae317-a03d-4576-ba27-f661469584ed
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category UNAPPROVED HOMEOPATHIC
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2021-01-27
Marketing end 2026-10-11
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form GEL
Substance ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 66902-778-26 — 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 → 66902-0778-26. 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

🧪 What is this product?

This is an unapproved homeopathic gel applied to the skin containing arnica montana flower. In homeopathic practice, arnica is traditionally used for minor bumps, bruises, and muscle soreness, though homeopathic products are not evaluated by the FDA for effectiveness. This product is marketed based on homeopathic tradition rather than clinical evidence.

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.
ℹ️
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.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
66902-0778-26 You're viewing this Main listing 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 73 g in 1 TUBE 2021-01-27 Oct 11, 2026 Active

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
CVS Arnica 1 [hp_X]/73gthis 66902-0778-26 Natural 1 tube — — 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

🏛️
2021
On the market since
Jan 2021
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
5 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 3K9958V90M
    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.
  • UNII 00YIU5438U
    Caprylyl glycol is a clear liquid derived from coconut oil. In medicines, it acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a preservative booster to prevent microbial growth, and a solvent to help dissolve or mix other ingredients.
  • 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 GIA7T764OD
    A silicone-based ingredient combined with polyethylene glycol. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to help blend oils and water-based ingredients, and reduces foaming in liquid formulations.
  • UNII HIE492ZZ3T
    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.
  • UNII 55X04QC32I
    A strong alkaline chemical used to adjust and maintain the pH balance of liquid medicines. It helps keep the medicine stable and ensures it stays effective during storage.
  • 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 statesCaprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, SDA 40-2 Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, 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

LabelerNatural Essentials, Inc.
Labeler code66902
First marketedJan 2021
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio34 products on file

More NDCs from Natural Essentials, Inc. labeler code 66902

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 🧪 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 📄 Other Information 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 20 words ▾

Uses* Homeopathic remedy/medicine temporarily relieves muscle pain and stiffness due to minor injuries; reduces pain, swelling and discoloration from bruises.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 50 words ▾

Directions Adults and Children 12 years and older: Apply & gently massage painful or bruised areas Repeat as needed, no more than 4 times a day Wash hands after each use with cold water Store in a cool, dry area - close cap tight Children under 12: Ask your doctor.

⚠️ Warnings 111 words ▾

Warnings For external use only When using this product Use only as directed do not use with other topical products. do not bandage tightly or use a heating pad. Stop use and ask a doctor If a rash or other adverse reaction occurs. symptoms worsen or persist for more than 7 days. avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes, damaged skin or wounds. do not use if you are allergic to Arnica montana or to any of this product's inactive ingredients. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a physician before use.

Keep out of reach of children and pets, if swallowed, seek professional help and contact Poison Control Center right away.

🧪 Active Ingredient 6 words ▾

Active ingredient Arnica Montana 1X HPUS-7%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 14 words ▾

Inactive ingredients Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, SDA 40-2 Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Water.

🎯 Purpose 5 words ▾

Purpose* Bruises & Muscle Soreness

📄 When Using This Product 24 words ▾

When using this product Use only as directed do not use with other topical products. do not bandage tightly or use a heating pad.

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 52 words ▾

Stop use and ask a doctor If a rash or other adverse reaction occurs. symptoms worsen or persist for more than 7 days. avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes, damaged skin or wounds. do not use if you are allergic to Arnica montana or to any of this product's inactive ingredients.

🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding 10 words ▾

If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a physician before use.

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 20 words ▾

Keep out of reach of children and pets, if swallowed, seek professional help and contact Poison Control Center right away.

📄 Other Information 12 words ▾

Other information Active ingredients are HPUS and manufactured according to homeopathic principles.

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 119 words ▾

Principal Display Panel - 73 g Carton Label CVS Health ® Compare to the active ingredient in Arnicare ® Gel** Arnica Gel RELIEF FOR PAIN, STIFFNESS & SWELLING* Homeopathic Absorbs quickly Unscented Non-greasy Paraben free Package Contains One Tube NET WT

2.6OZ (73 g) *Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated. Principal Display Panel - 73 g Carton Label

Principal Display Panel - 73 g Tube Label CVS Health ® Arnica Gel RELIEF FOR PAIN, STIFFNESS & SWELLING* Homeopathic Absorbs quickly Unscented Non-greasy Paraben free NET WT

2.6OZ (73 g) *Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated. Principal Display Panel - 73 g Tube Label

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 CVS Arnica (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Fatigue27
Headache22
Arthralgia18
Dizziness18
Dyspnoea18
Diarrhoea17
Pain In Extremity17

Age at onset

Child1
Adult10
Elderly6

Reporter sex

100 reports
Male · 11%
Female · 89%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization14
Life-threatening5
Disabling3
Death3
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2020 2022 2024 2026 21 3
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 Homeopathic listing

About homeopathic listings

CVS Arnica ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER 1 [hp_X]/73g GEL is listed under the homeopathic marketing category. An NDC listing in this category does not by itself establish FDA approval, and FDA does not evaluate homeopathic products for effectiveness. This page reports the listing data as published.

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 "Unapproved Homeopathic". 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 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.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page it is currently marketed — but Natural Essentials, Inc. has reported a marketing end date of 2026-10-11, after which this package is expected to stop being marketed. The directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Natural Essentials, 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.
← 66902-0758-03 · NATURAL 66902-0943-12 · Natural →
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.