Melt Pain Away Capsaicin .025 g/100g Cream, 200 g — NDC 72683-003-01 (Billing 72683-0003-01)
This is a package of 200 g of Melt Pain Away Capsaicin .025 g/100g Cream from Proximity Capital Partners LLC dba Asutra, marketed since Apr 2020 and currently FDA-listed. It is the main listing for this product, which comes in 2 package sizes.
NDC database record
One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 72683-003-01 alone.
- Record
- FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
- Code segments
- 72683 labeler · 003 product · 01 package
- Package marketed since
- Apr 15, 2020
- Sample package
- No — commercial package
- Listing certified through
- Dec 31, 2026
- Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
- 3 7268300301 3
- FDA record last changed
- Jul 24, 2026
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 198555
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 8, 2026
RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Capsaicin and similar agents class.
Where does this data come from?
- RxClass (NLM) · catalog refreshed Oct 8, 2026
Clinical
Topical capsaicin is used to relieve minor pain in muscles and joints caused by arthritis, backaches, muscle strains, bruises, cramps, and sprains. Capsaicin is a substance that is found in chili peppers. It works by affecting nerve cells in the skin that are associated with pain, which results in decreased activity of these nerve cells and a reduced sense of pain.
Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗- Yes, completely normal — and it actually means the medicine is working. Capsaicin activates the same pain-sensing receptors in your skin that respond to heat and spicy food. That b...
- Why does capsaicin burn when I put it on? Is that normal?
- For most OTC creams and ointments, you can apply up to 3 to 4 times a day. For OTC patches, apply to clean, dry skin and remove after no more than 8 hours — again, up to 3 to 4 tim...
- How often should I apply capsaicin cream or use the patch?
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
Some supplements/herbs that may interact with Capsaicin (prescription drug) — tap one for details:
Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 8, 2026
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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 system | Per g | Per 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. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · refreshed Oct 9, 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72683-0003-01 You're viewing this Main listing | 200 g in 1 JAR | 2020-04-15 | — | Active |
| 72683-0003-02 72683-003-02 | 1.9 g in 1 PACKET | 2020-04-15 | — | Active |
Pack size FAQ
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Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Capsaicin .25 mg/g 00536-2525-25 | Rugby | 1 tube | $0.082 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Capsaicin External Analgesic .25 mg/g 50268-0195-60 | AvPAK | 1 tube | $0.082 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Sheffield Arthritis and Muscle Pain Relief .25 mg/g 11527-0089-54 | Sheffield | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Capsaicin .025 g/100g 50488-1025-01 | Alexso, | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| CareALL Arthritis and Muscle .025 g/g 51824-0094-15 | New | 42.5 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Capsaicin 0.025% Cream .025 mg/g 59088-0220-08 | Puretek | 120 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| DermacinRx Penetral Cream .25 mg/mL 59088-0310-08 | PureTek | 118 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Penetrex(r) Arthritis Pain Relief .025 g/100g 62742-4216-02 | Allure | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Rugby Capsaicin External Analgesic .25 mg/g 63187-0660-60 | Proficient | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Capsaicin External Analgesic .25 mg/g 68071-3430-02 | NuCare | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Capsaicin .025 g/100g 69420-6025-01 | SA3, | 120 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Melt Pain Away .025 g/100gthis 72683-0003-01 | Proximity | 200 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Drs Pharmacy PAIN RELIEF MUSCLE ARITHRITIS .025 g/100g 80489-0099-01 | OL | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Thera Plus Pain Relief Arthritis and Muscle .25 mg/g 80684-0138-00 | FOURSTAR | 42.5 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| BRONSON SOOTHE Pain Relief .25 mg/mL 83158-0387-02 | BRONSON | 59 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Roll Pain Away Lavender .025 g/100g 72683-0010-01 | PROXIMITY | 96 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Naturulz Ultimate Healing .025 g/100g 65112-0100-02 | I | 133 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Roll Pain Away Lemongrass .025 g/100g 72683-0011-01 | PROXIMITY | 96 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Roll Pain Away .025 g/100g 72683-0009-01 | PROXIMITY | 96 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Capsaicin Cream .025 g/100g 69396-0180-02 | Trifecta | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
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.
🧪 Avoiding an ingredient? See Capsaicin inactive ingredients by manufacturer: every current product's list side by side, so you can ask your pharmacy for the version that does not list it.
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A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant and preservative in medications. It helps prevent the active ingredients from degrading when exposed to oxygen or light.
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Allantoin is a naturally derived compound that helps soften and soothe skin. In medicines, it works as a skin-conditioning agent and may help support wound healing and reduce irritation in topical formulations.
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A natural oil extracted from almond kernels. It's used in medicines as an emollient and solvent to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients and improve texture in topical and oral formulations.
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Calcium chloride is a salt compound that acts as a firming agent and source of calcium ions in medications. It's used in formulations to help maintain tablet structure, improve texture, or serve as a buffering agent.
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A waxy solid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier to blend oil and water components, and also thickens the medicine to give it the right texture and consistency.
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Cetyl palmitate is a waxy substance made from natural fats. It works as a binder and thickener to help hold the medicine together and control how it dissolves in your body.
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A fragrant plant extract from lemongrass leaves, used as a flavoring and fragrance agent to improve the taste and smell of the medicine.
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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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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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A fatty acid derivative made by combining stearic acid with glycerin and citric acid. It acts as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based ingredients, and also serves as a thickener in the medicine formulation.
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A waxy substance made from glycerin and stearic acid. It works as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water ingredients together, and as a thickener to give the medicine its proper texture and consistency.
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A synthetic compound used in medicines as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth, extending the product's shelf life.
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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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Magnesium sulfate is a mineral salt that acts as an osmotic agent in medications. It draws water into the intestines to soften stool or is used as a filler and processing aid in some solid dosage forms.
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Panthenol is a humectant and skin-conditioning agent derived from pantothenic acid. It's added to medicines to help retain moisture and soothe skin irritation.
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A synthetic antioxidant compound used to prevent oils and fats in medications from breaking down or becoming rancid during storage. It helps maintain the medicine's stability and shelf life.
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Pentylene glycol is a humectant and preservative helper derived from petroleum or plant sources. It draws moisture into the product and helps prevent bacterial growth, keeping medicines stable during storage.
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A synthetic emulsifier made from glycerin and stearic acid. It helps keep oil and water mixed together in the product and improves texture and stability.
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Potassium chloride is a mineral salt used in medicines as a buffer and to help maintain the proper pH balance and stability of the formulation during storage and use.
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Shea butter is a fat extracted from shea tree nuts. It's used in medicines as an emollient and lubricant to soften the product, improve texture, and help ingredients blend smoothly together.
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Sodium chloride is common table salt. It's used in medicines as a buffer to maintain proper pH, as a filler to add bulk, or to adjust the osmotic balance in liquid formulations.
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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.
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A salt derived from lactic acid, sodium lactate acts as a buffer and pH stabilizer in medicines. It helps maintain the product's acidity level and can also serve as a humectant to retain moisture.
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Tridecane is a clear, colorless liquid hydrocarbon derived from petroleum. It acts as a solvent and lubricant in medicines, helping distribute active ingredients evenly and reducing friction during manufacturing and tablet compression.
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Undecane is a clear liquid hydrocarbon derived from petroleum. It functions as a solvent and processing aid in medicines, helping dissolve or suspend active ingredients and improve how the drug is manufactured and delivered.
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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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Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.
27 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.
Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.
Where does this data come from?
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.- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
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Manufacturer & labeler
More NDCs from Proximity Capital Partners LLC dba Asutra labeler code 72683
- WellHeal Aesculus Hipp, Calendula Off, Equisetum Arv, Symphytum Off, Salix Alba, Stellaria Med, Mezereum Off, Uritca Urens, Althaea Off, Hamamelis Vir 3 [hp_X]/g; 3 [hp_X]/g; 3 [hp_X]/g; 3 [hp_X]/g; 3 [hp_X]/g; 3 [hp_X]/g; 3 [hp_X]/g; 3 [hp_X]/g Cream NDC 72683-001-01
- Ease Your Pain Menthol 4 g/100g Cream NDC 72683-002-01
- Relieve Your Pain Menthol 10 g/100g Cream NDC 72683-005-01
- SprayPain Away Capsaicin .025 g/100g Spray NDC 72683-006-01
- Recovery Roll-On Menthol, Camphor 5 g/100mL; 5 g/100mL Gel NDC 72683-008-01
- Roll Pain Away Capsaicin .025 g/100g Gel NDC 72683-009-01
- Roll Pain Away Lavender Capsaicin .025 g/100g Gel NDC 72683-010-01
- Roll Pain Away Lemongrass Capsaicin .025 g/100g Gel NDC 72683-011-01
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
- Drugs@FDA
FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with: arthritis simple backache strains sprains bruises
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Adults and children over 18 years: Apply to affected area. Massage into the painful area until thoroughly absorbed. Repeat as necessary but no more than 3 to 4 times daily. Wash hands with soap and water after applying. Children 18 years and younger: Consult a doctor.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Use only as directed. For external use only. When using this product: avoid contact with eyes do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask doctor if: condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and reoccur again with a few days redness is present irritation develops.
If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children . If accidentally ingested, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center immediately.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from excessive heat or flame. Tamper-evident for your protection. Use only if safety seal is intact
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Capsaicin .025%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Water, Magnesium Chloride, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dimethyl Sulfone (MSM), Sodium Lactate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Pentylene Glycol, Undecane, Xanthan Gum, Magnesium Sulfate, Tridecane, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Allantoin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hydroxide, Cymbopogon Flexuosus (East-Indian Lemongrass) Oil* *Organic
🎯 Purpose ▾
Topical Analgesic
📄 When Using This Product ▾
When using this product: avoid contact with eyes do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not bandage tightly
📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If ▾
Stop use and ask doctor if: condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and reoccur again with a few days redness is present irritation develops.
🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding ▾
If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.
📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children ▾
Keep out of reach of children . If accidentally ingested, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center immediately.
📄 Questions or Comments ▾
888-819-6472; Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm CT Report any serious side effects to number above.
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
Melt Pain Away
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