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Methyl Salicylate 10% 10 g/100g Patch

by ViolaCare, Inc. · 15 POUCH in 1 BOX (85231-101-15) / 1 PATCH in 1 POUCH / 10 g in 1 PATCH
NDC 85231-0101-15
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 85231-101-15 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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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 85231-101-15
Product NDC 85231-101
11-digit billing NDC 85231010115
NCPDP billing unit EA — each (per item)
RxCUI 1053397
UNII LAV5U5022Y
Application # 505G(a)(3)
SPL Set ID af2bbcb8-c04c-4f55-84be-2519642f9260
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2025-05-01
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form PATCH
Substance METHYL SALICYLATE
GCN Seq No 082330
GCN 49718
HICL code 002595
Ingredient (HICL) Methyl Salicylate
HIC1 code L
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Skin/Subcutaneous Tissue
HIC2 code L6
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Irritants
HIC3 code L6A
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Irritants/Counter-Irritants
AHFS code 28:08.04.24
AHFS class Salicylates
FDB label name METHYL SALICYLATE 10% PATCH
FDB brand name Methyl Salicylate
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 85231-101-15 — 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 → 85231-0101-15. 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

LabelerViolaCare, Inc.
FDA application505G(a)(3) (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code85231
First marketedMay 2025
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio5 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

Label name METHYL SALICYLATE 10% PATCH Ingredient Methyl Salicylate
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It's a topical pain reliever — you apply it right to the skin where it hurts. It's used for temporary relief of minor aches and pains in your muscles and joints, things like arthri...
  • What is methyl salicylate actually used for?
  • No — and this is really important. You should never use methyl salicylate products with a heating pad, and avoid applying them when you're sweating from exercise or heat. Heat caus...
  • Is it safe to use under a heating pad or wrap?
📖 Read our full Methyl Salicylate 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 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 5QB0T2IUN0
    Aluminum hydroxide is a white powder mineral compound used as an antacid ingredient in some formulations. It works as a buffer and pH regulator to help neutralize stomach acid in the medicine.
  • 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 BYR0546TOW
    DMDM hydantoin is a preservative chemical used to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in medicines. It helps keep the product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.
  • 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 24H4NWX5CO
    Kaolin is a naturally occurring clay mineral. It's used in tablets and capsules as a filler and absorbent to add bulk, improve texture, and help bind ingredients together.
  • UNII 9G2MAD7J6W
    Polyacrylic acid is a synthetic polymer used as a binder and thickening agent in medicines. It helps hold tablet ingredients together and can increase the viscosity of liquid or semi-solid formulations.
  • UNII 949E52Z6MY
    Polyvinyl alcohol is a synthetic polymer made from plant-derived materials. It acts as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together and as a film-former in coatings that control how fast the medicine dissolves.
  • UNII 285CYO341L
    Sodium polyacrylate is a synthetic polymer that absorbs and holds water. In medicines, it acts as a disintegrant, helping tablets break apart quickly in the stomach, and as a binder, holding tablet ingredients together.
  • UNII 06XEA2VD56
    Sorbitan oleate is an emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them from separating in the medicine.
  • UNII 506T60A25R
    Sorbitol is a natural sugar alcohol derived from glucose. It serves as a sweetener, humectant, and bulking agent in medications to improve taste and help maintain moisture in the product.
  • UNII W4888I119H
    Tartaric acid is a natural organic acid found in grapes and tamarinds. In medicines, it works as a buffer to control acidity, an antioxidant to prevent spoilage, and sometimes a flavoring or binding agent.
  • UNII 15FIX9V2JP
    Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesAlpha Tocopherol Acetate, Aluminum Glycinate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Aluminum Sulphate, Borax, Carbomer, Collodial Silicon Dioxide, DMDM Hydantoin, Glycerin, Kaolin, Polyacrylic Acid, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Sodium Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sorbitol, Sorbitan Monooleate, Tartric Acid & Titanium Dioxide  Call 877-227-3137

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 eachPer 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
Methyl Salicylate 10 g/100g 50488-2010-01 Alexso, 10 patches — — FDA listed —
10% Methyl Salicylate Pain Relief Patch 10 mg/100mg 65604-0222-20 Akron 10 mg — — FDA listed —
Methyl Salicylate 100 mg/1000mg 79643-0003-01 PHARMACURE 10 patches — — FDA listed —
Methyl Salicylate 10 g/100g 82461-0414-10 Medcore 10 patches — — FDA listed —
Methyl Salicylate 10% 10 g 82944-0101-10 ION 50 patches — — FDA listed —
Methyl Salicylate 10 g/100g 84460-0103-01 Florrax 10 patches — — FDA listed —
Methyl Salicylate 10% 10 g/100gthis 85231-0101-15 ViolaCare, 15 patches — — 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

🏛️
2025
On the market since
May 2025
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
1 year 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 Methyl Salicylate 10% (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Pruritus58
Pneumonia47
Hypertension46
Dyspepsia42
Hepatic Enzyme Increased40
Rheumatoid Arthritis40
Urosepsis40

Age at onset

Adolescent1
Adult18
Elderly26

Reporter sex

0 reports
Male · 39%
Female · 61%
Unknown · 1%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization98
Disabling11
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 32 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
85231-0101-15 You're viewing this 15 POUCH in 1 BOX (85231-101-15) / 1 PATCH in 1 POUCH / 10 g in 1 PATCH 2025-05-01 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 — Not published for this NDC No photo available yet for this listing.
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 85231-101-15, 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: 85231-0101-15, written without dashes as 85231010115. 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 85231-0101-15, the first segment (85231) is the labeler code FDA assigned to ViolaCare, Inc.; the middle segment (0101) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (15) 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 ViolaCare, Inc.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
ViolaCare, 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 18 words ▾

Uses Temporarily relieves aches & pains of muscles & joints associated with: Stains Sprains Simple Backache Arthritis Bruises

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 82 words ▾

Directions Adults and Children 10 years of age and older: only use one patch at a time clean and dry affected area remove patch from backing film and apply to skin (see illustration) apply 1 patch to the affective area of intact skin up to 24 hours. do not use more than 2 patches per day do not use for more than 3 days in a row the used patch should be removed from the skin when a new one is applied

⚠️ Warnings ~2 min read ▾

Warnings ​For external use only Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause 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 as NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Do not use on the face or rashes on wounds or damaged skin if allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs with a heating pad when sweating (such as from exercise or heat) any patch from a pouch that has been open for 14 or more days right before or after heat surgery Ask a doctor before use if you are allergic to topical products the stomach bleeding warning applies to you you are taking a diuretic you have high blood pressure, heart disease or kidney disease When using this product wash hands after applying or removing patch.

Avoid contact with eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with the water. the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed. Stop and ask a doctor if stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts you feel faint, vomit blood or have bloody or black stools, These are signs of stomach bleeding. rash, itching or skin irritation develops condition worsens symptoms last for more than 3 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use while breast-feeding and during the first 6 months of pregnancy. Do not use during the last 3 months of pregnancy because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children.

If put in mouth, get medical help or contact a Poison Control right away. Package not child resistant. Dispose of the used patches after folding sticky ends together.

📦 Storage and Handling 31 words ▾

Other information Store at 20-25°C (66-77°F) Avoid storing product in direct sunlight Protect product from excessive moisture Some individuals may not experience pain relief until several hours after applying the patch

🧪 Active Ingredient 9 words ▾

Active ingredients: Methyl Salicylate 10% (NSAID: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug)

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 50 words ▾

Inactive ingredients Alpha Tocopherol Acetate, Aluminum Glycinate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Aluminum Sulphate, Borax, Carbomer, Collodial Silicon Dioxide, DMDM Hydantoin, Glycerin, Kaolin, Polyacrylic Acid, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Sodium Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sorbitol, Sorbitan Monooleate, Tartric Acid & Titanium Dioxide

Questions or comments? Call 877-227-3137

🎯 Purpose 3 words ▾

Purpose External analgesic

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 85231-0100-15 · ViolaCare, 85231-0200-30 · ViolaCare, →
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.