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Relieve Your Pain Menthol 10 g/100g Cream, 96 g — NDC 72683-0005-01 package photo

Relieve Your Pain Menthol 10 g/100g Cream, 96 g

by Proximity Capital Partners LLC dba Asutra · 96 g in 1 TUBE (72683-005-01)
NDC 72683-0005-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 72683-005-01 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
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⚠️
Other active recalls for Menthol (different manufacturers) — 1 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Mar 20, 2026 — This recall is being initiated following FDA's recommendation based on certain observations noted during an August 15, 2025, inspection of the manufacturing facility that may bear on product quality. (Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd.) · FDA recall D-0458-2026
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 72683-005-01
Product NDC 72683-005
11-digit billing NDC 72683000501
RxCUI 253020
UNII L7T10EIP3A
Application # M017
SPL Set ID c12369dd-8305-edaf-e053-2995a90a0d3d
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2021-04-29
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form CREAM
Substance MENTHOL
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 72683-005-01 — 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 → 72683-0005-01. 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

LabelerProximity Capital Partners LLC dba Asutra
FDA applicationM017 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code72683
First marketedApr 2021
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio10 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
  • Menthol is found in a lot of over-the-counter topical products — creams, gels, patches, sprays, and powders. Depending on the product, it's used to temporarily ease minor muscle an...
  • Start with clean, dry skin — free of lotions or creams — before applying the patch. Peel the backing off and press the sticky side firmly to the sore area. Most menthol patches sho...
  • Yes, a mild burning or tingling feeling right after applying a menthol product is common and usually settles down within a few days of regular use. What's not normal is severe burn...
  • Is that burning sensation after I apply it normal?
📖 Read our full Menthol 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.

🧪 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 66YXD4DKO9
    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.
  • UNII 9E8X80D2L0
    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.
  • UNII OZ0E5Y15PZ
    A plant extract from arnica flowers, used as a flavoring agent or fragrance component in medicines. It may also provide mild soothing properties to certain topical formulations.
  • UNII QN83US2B0N
    Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant in medicines. It prevents oils and fats in the product from breaking down and becoming less stable over time.
  • UNII M4I0D6VV5M
    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.
  • UNII 5ZA2S6B08X
    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.
  • 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 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 FCZ5MH785I
    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.
  • UNII G1L3HT4CMH
    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.
  • 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 DE08037SAB
    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.
  • UNII 50C1307PZG
    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.
  • 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 660YQ98I10
    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.
  • UNII K49155WL9Y
    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.
  • UNII 451W47IQ8X
    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.
  • UNII R0ZB2556P8
    Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E derived from plant oils. It acts as an antioxidant in medicines to prevent oils and fats from breaking down and spoiling during storage.
  • UNII A3LZF0L939
    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.
  • UNII JV0QT00NUE
    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.
  • 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.
  • UNII TTV12P4NEE
    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.

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

The official label also statesAqua, Magnesium Chloride, Dimethyl Sulfone (Methylsulfonylmethane), Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii), Ceteareth-20, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Undecane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetyl Palmitate, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Tridecane, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Hydroxyacetophenone

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.
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
Walgreens Cold Therapy Pain Relief Foot Cream 100 mg/g 00363-1292-04 Walgreen 113 g — — FDA listed —
Menthol Pain Relieving Cream with Menthol 10% .1 g/g 55629-0018-05 ONE2ZEE 141 g — — FDA listed —
Biofreeze Foot Cream 100 mg/g 59316-0001-10 Reckitt 85 g — — FDA listed —
Biofreeze Foot Pain Relief Set 59316-0002-10 Reckitt 1 kit — — FDA listed —
Biofreeze 100 mg/g 59316-0869-10 Reckitt 85 g — — FDA listed —
Biofreeze 100 mg/g 59316-0870-10 Reckitt 85 g — — FDA listed —
PROINNATE Numbing Cream 10 g/100g 60771-0024-01 Guangzhou 120 g — — FDA listed —
PROINNATE Numbing Cream 10 g/100g 60771-0039-01 Guangzhou 30 g — — FDA listed —
CVS Health Pain Relief Foot 100 mg/g 66902-0292-04 NATURAL 113 g — — FDA listed —
HealthWise Pain Relieving Cream 10 g/100g 71101-0075-01 Veridian 1 jar — — FDA listed —
HealthWise Pain Relieving Cream Lavender 10 g/100g 71101-0076-01 Veridian 1 jar — — FDA listed —
Debbies Down and Dirty Deep Tissue Joint and Muscle 100 mg/mL 71523-0833-01 DD&D 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Relieve Your Pain 10 g/100gthis 72683-0005-01 Proximity 96 g — — FDA listed —
KINETIC ICE Muscle and Joint Pain Relief Cream 100 mg/mL 81050-0108-00 No 118 ml — — FDA listed —
Deep Numbing Cream 10 g/100g 83364-0023-01 YITONGBADA 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
The Body Builders Cream 100 mg/mL 87282-0912-00 Smart 100.6 ml — — FDA listed —
Joint and Muscle Relief Topical Analgesic 100 mg/mL 87282-0988-00 Smart 100.6 ml — — FDA listed —
Deep Blue Copaiba 10 g/100g 71630-0169-48 doTERRA 48 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

🏛️
2021
On the market since
Apr 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.

🔬 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 Relieve Your Pain (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Dyspnoea85
Fatigue84
Pain81
Pruritus78
Dizziness67
Headache67
Cough65

Age at onset

Infant1
Child1
Adolescent1
Adult95
Elderly90

Reporter sex

989 reports
Male · 38%
Female · 62%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization333
Life-threatening45
Disabling26
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 109 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
72683-0005-01 You're viewing this 96 g in 1 TUBE (72683-005-01) 2021-04-29 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 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.
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 72683-005-01, 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: 72683-0005-01, written without dashes as 72683000501. 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 72683-0005-01, the first segment (72683) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Proximity Capital Partners LLC dba Asutra; the middle segment (0005) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (01) 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 Proximity Capital Partners LLC dba Asutra. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Proximity Capital Partners LLC dba Asutra 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 22 words ▾

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

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 22 words ▾

Directions Adults and children 2 years of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.

⚠️ Warnings 97 words ▾

Warnings Use only as directed. For external use only. When using this product: avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not apply to wounds or damaged skin do not bandage or use with a heating pad, other ointments, creams, sprays, or liniments.

Stop use and ask doctor if: condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days, or clear up and reoccur again within a few days If pregnant or breast feeding, 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 29 words ▾

Other Information Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight. Tamper-evident for your protection. Use only if safety seal is intact. Keep away from excessive heat or flame.

🧪 Active Ingredient 5 words ▾

Active Ingredients Menthol USP 10%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 51 words ▾

Inactive Ingredients Aqua, Magnesium Chloride, Dimethyl Sulfone (Methylsulfonylmethane), Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii), Ceteareth-20, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Undecane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetyl Palmitate, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Tridecane, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Hydroxyacetophenone

🎯 Purpose 5 words ▾

Purpose Menthol USP 10%.....................Topical Analgesic

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