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basic care arthritis pain diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g Gel

by Amazon.com Services LLC · 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (72288-870-03) / 150 g in 1 TUBE
NDC 72288-0870-03
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 72288-870-03 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains150 g in 1 tube Pack sizes3 compare ↓
Also comes in: 100 g 72288-0870-01 50 g 72288-0870-02
OTC Generic 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
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⚠️
Other active recalls for Diclofenac Sodium (different manufacturers) — 3 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Jan 27, 2026 — Failed Viscosity Specifications: Out of Specification (OOS) [slightly lower than the limit] result in viscosity for Diclofenac Sodium Gel, 3%. (SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC) · FDA recall D-0342-2026
Class III · Dec 22, 2025 — Failed PH Specifications (Cipla USA, Inc.) · FDA recall D-0291-2026
Class II · Jun 22, 2023 — Defective Delivery System (ALEMBIC PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.) · FDA recall D-0941-2023
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 72288-870-03
Product NDC 72288-870
11-digit billing NDC 72288087003
RxCUI 855633
UNII QTG126297Q
Application # ANDA211253
SPL Set ID a8aa9016-bf2d-4727-9184-512b2570000b
Established class (EPC) Anti-Inflammatory Agents; Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
Mechanism of action Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Physiologic effect Decreased Prostaglandin Production
Chemical class Non-Steroidal
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2021-07-09
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form GEL
Substance DICLOFENAC SODIUM
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 72288-870-03 — 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 → 72288-0870-03. 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.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug class.

Pharmacologic class Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
Drug family (ATC) Other dermatologicals, Acetic acid derivatives and related substances, Antiinflammatory preparations, non-steroids for topical use
How it works Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerAmazon.com Services LLC
Application holderPERRIGO PHARMA INTERNATIONAL DAC
FDA applicationANDA211253 (ANDA)
Labeler code72288
First marketedJul 2021
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio331 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

📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
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📖 Read our full Diclofenac guide →
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Nutrient depletion considerations

Diclofenac Sodium may be associated with lower levels of 1 nutrient — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.

🧪 Full Diclofenac Sodium nutrient depletion report →
An association is not a deficiency. Educational only — don't start or stop anything without professional guidance.
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 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 8D9H4QU99H
    A synthetic fatty acid ester derived from coconut oil, used as an emulsifier and solubilizer to help mix oil and water-based ingredients and improve how the body absorbs certain drugs.
  • UNII ND2M416302
    Isopropyl alcohol is a clear liquid solvent derived from petroleum. In medicines, it dissolves active ingredients and other components, helps the product flow smoothly, and aids in sterilization during manufacturing.
  • UNII T5L8T28FGP
    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.
  • UNII YRC528SWUY
    A waxy emulsifier made from plant-derived fatty alcohols. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together and improves how the medicine spreads and absorbs.
  • 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 homopolymer Type C, cocoyl caprylocaprate, fragrance, isopropyl alcohol, mineral oil, polyoxyl 20 cetostearyl ether, propylene glycol, purified water, strong ammonia solution

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.
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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: 100 g 50 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.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
good sense arthritis pain 10 mg/g 00113-1189-01 L. 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Good Sense Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 00113-8175-01 L. 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 45802-0953-01 Padagis 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 68001-0621-45 BluePoint 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 69097-0720-44 Cipla 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 69238-2053-01 Amneal 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 70512-0106-10 SOLA 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 70677-1125-01 Strategic 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Foster And Thrive Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 70677-1293-01 Strategic 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 76282-0103-39 EXELAN 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 83324-0306-01 QUALITY 1 tube $0.083 — Availability likely —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 46122-0752-37 AmerisourceBergen 1 tube $0.123 — Availability likely —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 70000-0555-01 CARDINAL 1 tube $0.123 — Availability likely —
Voltaren Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 00067-8152-01 Haleon 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Voltaren Arthritis Pain 00067-8153-01 Haleon 1 kit — — FDA listed —
Voltaren Arthritis Pain 00067-8154-01 Haleon 1 kit — — FDA listed —
Aleve Arthritis Pain Gel 1 mg/g 00280-0039-01 Bayer 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 00363-1210-17 Walgreens 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Relieving 10 mg/g 00363-3003-02 Walgreen 1 tube — — FDA listed —
arthritis pain relieving 10 mg/g 00363-5123-01 Walgreen 1 tube — — Discontinued —
Diclofenac Sodium Topical Gel 1% 10 mg/g 00363-7065-10 Walgreens 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 00536-1294-31 Rugby 1 tube — — FDA listed —
up and up arthritis pain reliever 10 mg/g 11673-0569-01 Target 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 11822-0870-01 Rite 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 21130-0028-10 Safeway, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
signature care arthritis pain 10 mg/g 21130-0313-01 Safeway 1 tube — — Discontinued —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 21922-0044-29 Encube 1 tube — — Discontinued —
Diclofenac Sodium Topical Gel 1% 10 mg/g 30142-0025-10 Kroger 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 30142-0277-10 KROGER 1 tube — — FDA listed —
topcare athritis pain reliever 10 mg/g 36800-0526-01 Topco 1 tube — — FDA listed —
arthritis pain reliever 10 mg/g 37808-0087-01 H 1 tube — — FDA listed —
equaline arthritis pain relieving 10 mg/g 41163-0087-01 United 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Aspercreme Arthritis .01 g/g 41167-0571-00 Chattem, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Aspercreme Arthritis .01 g/g 41167-0573-02 Chattem, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
arthritis pain relieving 10 mg/g 41250-0674-01 Meijer 1 tube — — FDA listed —
CareOne arthritis pain relief 10 mg/g 41520-0788-01 American 1 tube — — FDA listed —
arthritis pain reliever 10 mg/g 42507-0150-01 HyVee 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 43598-0885-10 Dr. 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 43598-0977-05 Dr. 1 tube — — FDA listed —
equate arthritis pain 10 mg/g 49035-0262-01 Wal-Mart 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 49035-0269-17 EQUATE 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 50090-4020-00 A-S 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 50090-4030-00 A-S 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Voltaren Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 50090-6202-00 A-S 24 tubes — — Discontinued —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 50090-6998-00 A-S 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 50090-7243-00 A-S 1 tube — — FDA listed —
good sense arthritis pain 10 mg/g 50090-7250-00 A-S 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Motrin Arthritis Pain 9.3 mg/g 50580-0574-01 Kenvue 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 51316-0012-15 CVS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 51316-0073-76 CVS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium Topical 10 mg/g 51316-0804-01 CVS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 53943-0523-01 Discount 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 55319-0969-17 Family 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Salonpas 10 mg/g 55328-0801-10 Hisamitsu 1 tube — — FDA listed —
DG health arthritis pain 10 mg/g 55910-0424-02 Dolgencorp 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Dg Health Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 55910-0926-50 Dolgencorp 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 56062-0471-02 Publix 1 tube — — FDA listed —
arthritis pain reliever 10 mg/g 56062-0878-01 Publix 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 57483-0185-11 INNOVUS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Crcle Diclofenac Sodium Topical Gel 1% 10 mg/g 57483-0596-01 Innovus 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 57896-0140-01 GERI-CARE 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 57896-0147-01 GERI-CARE 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 58602-0604-07 Aurohealth 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 58602-0606-21 Aurohealth 1 kit — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 58602-0609-07 Aurohealth 1 tube — — FDA listed —
VennGel One 59088-0709-00 PureTek 1 kit — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 59640-0198-01 H 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 59726-0012-50 P 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 62379-0401-02 Simple 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 63187-0753-00 Proficient 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 63868-0730-01 Chain 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 63941-0812-53 Best 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 63981-0112-15 Costco 3 tubes — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 63981-0211-15 Costco 3 tubes — — FDA listed —
kirkland signature arthritis pain relief 10 mg/g 63981-0599-05 Costco 3 tubes — — FDA listed —
kirkland signature arthritis pain relief 10 mg/g 63981-0799-05 Costco 3 tubes — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 67296-2155-01 Redpharm 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 68016-0171-00 Chain 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 68071-2239-01 NuCare 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 68071-3456-01 NuCare 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 68071-3665-01 NuCare 1 tube — — FDA listed —
diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 68071-3671-01 NuCare 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Members Mark Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 68196-0523-05 Sam's 3 tubes — — FDA listed —
members mark arthritis pain reliever 10 mg/g 68196-0870-05 Sam's 3 tubes — — FDA listed —
berkley and jensen arthritis pain 68391-0205-00 BJWC 1 kit — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 68788-7772-01 Preferred 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 69842-0729-01 CVS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 69842-0974-06 CVS 2 tubes — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 71205-0552-00 Proficient 1 tube — — FDA listed —
good sense arthritis pain 10 mg/g 71205-0670-00 Proficient 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 71205-0747-00 Proficient 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 72036-0014-10 Harris 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Gencare-Arthritis Pain Relief .01 g/g 72090-0017-01 Pioneer 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium Gel 10 mg/g 72189-0479-01 Direct_Rx 1 g — — FDA listed —
Amazon Basic Care Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 72288-0624-03 Amazon.com 1 tube — — FDA listed —
basic care arthritis pain 10 mg/gthis 72288-0870-03 Amazon.com 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 72476-0212-17 Care 1 tube — — Discontinued —
Curist Arthritis Relief 1 g/100g 72559-0020-24 Little 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 73469-2053-01 Scholl's 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium Topical 1% 1 mg/100g 73581-0104-15 YYBA 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium Topical Gel, 1% 1 g/100g 73715-0005-01 Mohnark 50 g — — Discontinued —
Topcare Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 76162-0804-01 Topco 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 76420-0091-01 Asclemed 100 g — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 76420-0691-01 Asclemed 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Relieving 10 mg/g 79481-0499-00 Meijer, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Equate Arthritis Pain 10 mg/g 79903-0391-01 WALMART 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 80425-0233-01 Advanced 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Up And Up Arthritis Pain Reliever 10 mg/g 82442-0251-01 Target 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 83008-0037-00 Quality 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 84386-0120-01 Aurobindo 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 85766-0136-01 Sportpharm 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 85766-0137-01 Sportpharm 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 85766-0160-01 Sportpharm 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Arthritis Pain Relief 10 mg/g 51316-0517-00 CVS 2 tubes — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 68788-4335-01 Preferred 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g 68071-5307-01 NuCare 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac Sodium 10 mg/g 68788-4135-01 Preferred 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Diclofenac 10 mg/g 73581-0410-01 YYBA 1 tube — — FDA listed —
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
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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2021
On the market since
Jul 2021
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
5 years listed
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Generic on the market
this product is a generic
✅This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

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.

📊 Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Diclofenac Sodium (matched by generic name) — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 19 manufacturers.
⚠️ Drug-level data: CMS publishes Part D spending by drug, not by NDC — these figures combine every manufacturer, strength and package size sold under the name Diclofenac Sodium. CMS lists 3 products for this generic; we show the highest-spend one. That’s a different level of aggregation than the Medicaid card above, which is specific to this exact 11-digit NDC (pack size included), so the two aren’t directly comparable.
Period
Total Part D spend
$30M
Claims incl. refills
804.1K
Beneficiaries
539.2K
Spend / beneficiary
$55.63
Spend / claim
$37.30
Trend by period
💵 About the dollar figures: spending is what Part D plans paid before confidential manufacturer rebates, so the program’s real net cost is lower. A blank patient count means fewer than 11 people — CMS hides counts that small to protect privacy. Source: CMS Medicare Quarterly Part D Spending by Drug (data.cms.gov), updated quarterly.

🔬 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 basic care arthritis pain (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Pain7,440
Fatigue7,024
Rheumatoid Arthritis6,412
Rash6,129
Abdominal Discomfort6,035
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus5,897
Alopecia5,794

Age at onset

Neonate109
Infant6
Child12
Adolescent29
Adult3,858
Elderly1,379

Reporter sex

35,502 reports
Male · 26%
Female · 74%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization13,373
Life-threatening6,702
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2020 2022 2024 2026 4,908 1,757
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
72288-0870-01 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (72288-870-01) / 100 g in 1 TUBE 2021-07-09 Active
72288-0870-02 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (72288-870-02) / 50 g in 1 TUBE 2021-12-20 Active
72288-0870-03 You're viewing this 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (72288-870-03) / 150 g in 1 TUBE 2021-12-28 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 72288-0870-03?
NDC 72288-0870-03 is listed by the FDA — 1 tube in 1 carton / 150 g in 1 tube.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of basic care arthritis pain diclofenac sodium 10 mg/g Gel?
Bill NDC 72288-0870-03 — the 11-digit billing format is 72288087003. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 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

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 72288-870-03, 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: 72288-0870-03, written without dashes as 72288087003. 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 72288-0870-03, the first segment (72288) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Amazon.com Services LLC; the middle segment (0870) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (03) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

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🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 57 words ▾

Uses • for the temporary relief of arthritis pain ONLY in the following areas: • hand, wrist, elbow (upper body areas) • foot, ankle, knee (lower body areas) • this product may take up to 7 days to work for arthritis pain; it is not for immediate relief. If no pain relief in 7 days, stop use.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 195 words ▾

Directions Use up to 21 days unless directed by your doctor Not for strains, sprains, bruises or sports injuries. This product has not been shown to work for these types of injuries. Daily Per Dose For your arthritis pain: • Use 4 times per day every day • Do not use on more than 2 body areas at the same time Use ENCLOSED DOSING CARD to measure a dose • For each upper body area (hand, wrist, or elbow) – Squeeze out 2.25 inches (2 grams) • For each lower body area (foot, ankle or knee) –Squeeze out 4.5 inches (4 grams) Read the enclosed User Guide for complete instructions: • use only as directed • do not use more than directed or for longer than directed • apply only to clean, dry skin that does not have any cuts, open wounds, infections or rashes • do not apply in same area as any other product • do not apply with external heat such as heating pad • do not apply a bandage over the treated area • store ENCLOSED DOSING CARD with your Diclofenac Sodium Topical Gel, 1% product.

The dosing card is re-usable.

⚠️ Warnings ~3 min read ▾

Warnings For external use only Allergy alert: Diclofenac may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: • hives • asthma (wheezing) • skin reddening • blisters • facial swelling • shock • rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Liver warning: This product contains diclofenac.

Liver damage may occur if you apply • more or for a longer time than directed • when using other drugs containing diclofenac Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is small but higher if you • are age 60 or older • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product • apply more or for longer than directed Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke.

These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed. Do not use • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever or to a fever reducer • for strains, sprains, bruises or sports injuries.

This product has not been shown to work for these types of injuries. • right before or after heart surgery • on more than 2 body areas at the same time • in the eyes, nose or mouth Ask a doctor before us if • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers • stomach bleeding warning applies to you • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke • you are taking a diuretic • you are under age 18 years.

It is not known if this drug works or is safe in children under age 18 years. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition • taking any other drug When using this product • avoid contact with eyes, nose, or mouth • if eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water Stop use and ask a doctor if • pain gets worse or lasts more than 21 days • redness or swelling is present in the painful area • fever occurs • skin irritation occurs • any new symptoms appear. These could be signs of a serious condition. • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: • feel faint • have bloody or black stools • vomit blood • have stomach pain that does not get better • you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke: • chest pain • trouble breathing • leg swelling • weakness in one part or side of body • slurred speech If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

It is especially important not to use this product during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

📦 Storage and Handling 30 words ▾

Other information • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Keep from freezing. • read all product information before using. Keep the dosing card, this carton and accompanying User Guide for important information.

🧪 Active Ingredient 13 words ▾

Active ingredient Diclofenac sodium (NSAID*) 1% (equivalent to 0.93% diclofenac) *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 24 words ▾

Inactive ingredients carbomer homopolymer Type C, cocoyl caprylocaprate, fragrance, isopropyl alcohol, mineral oil, polyoxyl 20 cetostearyl ether, propylene glycol, purified water, strong ammonia solution

🎯 Purpose 4 words ▾

Purpose Arthritis pain reliever

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