Home › NDC Lookup › Ingredients › Camphor Menthol › 70039-0298-08
Professional Therapy MuscleCare Camphor, Menthol 40 mg/g; 40 mg/g Cream, 115 g — NDC 70039-0298-08 package photo

Professional Therapy MuscleCare Camphor, Menthol 40 mg/g; 40 mg/g Cream, 115 g

by Active and Innovative Inc. · 115 g in 1 TUBE (70039-298-08)
NDC 70039-0298-08
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 70039-298-08 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 →

This page is curated, coded, and maintained by

Compiled from public FDA, CMS, DailyMed, NADAC, and related drug data sources. Editorial policy

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 70039-298-08
Product NDC 70039-298
11-digit billing NDC 70039029808
RxCUI 900389
UNII 5TJD82A1ET, L7T10EIP3A
Application # part348
SPL Set ID 1ec95bbb-cd7d-2588-e054-00144ff8d46c
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2015-06-01
Route CUTANEOUS, TOPICAL
Dosage form CREAM
Substance CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC); MENTHOL
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 70039-298-08 — 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 → 70039-0298-08. 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

LabelerActive and Innovative Inc.
FDA applicationpart348 (OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL)
Labeler code70039
First marketedJun 2015
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio4 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.

🩺 Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

Professional Therapy MuscleCare is a topical cream containing camphor and menthol, both at 40 milligrams per gram. This is an over-the-counter monograph product, meaning it is marketed under FDA's established rules for this category of topical analgesic creams. Camphor and menthol are commonly used in topical products for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint discomfort, as they produce a warming or cooling sensation on the skin.

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.

🧪 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 15BY095DMS
    A synthetic chemical compound used in medications as a humectant and preservative. It helps retain moisture in the formulation and may prevent microbial growth to extend shelf life.
  • UNII WR1WPI7EW8
    A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant. It prevents oils and fats in the medicine from breaking down and becoming rancid, helping keep the product stable during storage.
  • UNII ZY81Z83H0X
    Aloe vera leaf is a plant extract derived from the aloe plant. It is used in medicines as a natural moisturizer and skin-soothing agent in topical formulations.
  • UNII E4F12ROE70
    A refined mineral oil derived from crude petroleum containing 13 to 14 carbon chains. It acts as a solvent, emollient, and carrier in topical formulations to help dissolve active ingredients and improve product texture and spreadability.
  • 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 936JST6JCN
    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.
  • UNII 7VZ9466BAB
    Chondroitin sulfate is a natural carbohydrate extracted from chicken cartilage. It acts as a binder and thickening agent to help hold tablet ingredients together and control the medicine's texture.
  • UNII 9H4PO4Z4FT
    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.
  • UNII S546YLW6E6
    Eucalyptus globulus leaf is a plant-derived ingredient that may serve as a flavoring agent or aromatic component in medications. It is commonly used to add taste or scent to oral formulations.
  • UNII 1FW7WLR731
    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.
  • 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 0324G66D0E
    Glycol stearate is a waxy compound made by combining stearic acid with ethylene glycol. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener, helping keep oil and water mixed together smoothly in liquid or semi-solid medicines.
  • UNII 930MLC8XGG
    A plant oil extracted from grape seeds, used as an emollient and solvent in medicines. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improve the texture and absorption of topical or liquid formulations.
  • UNII Z95S6G8201
    A synthetic surfactant derived from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide. It helps dissolve and mix oily and watery ingredients in liquid formulations, and may improve how the medicine spreads or is absorbed.
  • UNII 02F3473H9O
    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.
  • UNII LAV5U5022Y
    Methyl salicylate is a naturally derived liquid compound commonly found in wintergreen plants. In medicines, it's used as a flavoring agent and penetrating solvent to help distribute active ingredients evenly throughout topical products.
  • 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 5D6TC4BRWV
    Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer used as a thickener and stabilizer in medicines. It helps maintain consistent texture and prevents separation of ingredients in liquid or semi-solid formulations.
  • UNII 7T1F30V5YH
    A synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them from separating in liquid formulations.
  • UNII X045WJ989B
    Sorbic acid is a preservative derived from berries that prevents mold, yeast, and bacterial growth in medicines. It keeps the product stable and safe during storage.
  • 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 RO6YEJ571T
    A natural extract from sea cucumber, a marine animal. Used in formulations as a binder and thickening agent to help hold ingredients together and improve texture.
  • UNII 3J50XA376E
    Thymol is a natural compound derived from thyme and other plants. It acts as a preservative and flavoring agent in medicines, helping prevent microbial growth and add taste.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesInactive Ingredients: Water/Aqua, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycol Stearate, MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), Glycerin, Stearyl Alcohol, Glucosamine Sulfate, Polyacrylamide (and) C13-14 Isoparaffin (and) Laureth-7, Tocopherol (Vitamin E) Acetate, Oil of Wintergreen (Methyl Salicylate), Grape Seed Oil, Sea Cucumber (Stichopus Horrens) Extract, Urea, Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sorbic Acid, Polysorbate-20, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Thymol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Chondroitin Sulfate, Magnesium Chloride

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.

💲 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.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Professional Therapy MuscleCare 40 mg/g; 40 mg/gthis 70039-0298-08 Active 115 g — — 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

🏛️
2015
On the market since
Jun 2015
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
11 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 Professional Therapy MuscleCare (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Peripheral Motor Neuropathy2
Agitation1
Drug Abuse1
Dry Mouth1
Dyspnoea1
International Normalised Ratio Increased1
Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome1

Age at onset

Adult1

Reporter sex

8 reports
Male · 63%
Female · 38%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization4
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
70039-0298-08 You're viewing this 115 g in 1 TUBE (70039-298-08) 2015-06-01 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 Not Final". 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 70039-298-08, 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: 70039-0298-08, written without dashes as 70039029808. 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 70039-0298-08, the first segment (70039) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Active and Innovative Inc.; the middle segment (0298) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (08) 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 Active and Innovative Inc.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Active and Innovative 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.

📄 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
🎯 Indications and Usage 24 words ▾

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 38 words ▾

Directions: Adults and children 12 years of age or older: Rub this soothing cream on the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under the age of 12: Do not use, consult a doctor.

⚠️ Warnings 56 words ▾

Warnings: For external use only. Avoid getting into eyes or on mucous membranes. 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 this product and consult a doctor. Do not apply to wounds or damaged skin. Do not bandage tightly.

📦 Storage and Handling 11 words ▾

Other Information: Store under normal storage conditions. Store away from children.

🧪 Active Ingredient 14 words ▾

Active Ingredietns (% by weight) Purpose Camphor 4%.........................Analgesic (pain relief) Menthol 4%...........................Analgesic (pain relief)

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 59 words ▾

Inactive Ingredients: Water/Aqua, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycol Stearate, MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), Glycerin, Stearyl Alcohol, Glucosamine Sulfate, Polyacrylamide (and) C13-14 Isoparaffin (and) Laureth-7, Tocopherol (Vitamin E) Acetate, Oil of Wintergreen (Methyl Salicylate), Grape Seed Oil, Sea Cucumber (Stichopus Horrens) Extract, Urea, Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sorbic Acid, Polysorbate-20, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Thymol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Chondroitin Sulfate, Magnesium Chloride

🎯 Purpose 6 words ▾

FOR MUSCLE & JOINT PAIN RELIEF

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 70039-0285-40 · Active 70039-0300-02 · Active →
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.