Dr. Luke Arnica Bruise Cream 5 g/100g Cream, 114 g
🆔 Identity & classification
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🩺 Clinical
Dr. Luke Arnica Bruise Cream is an over-the-counter topical cream containing arnica montana whole plant extract. This product is marketed under FDA's OTC monograph rules for topical analgesic and counterirritant products. Arnica is commonly used in traditional preparations applied to the skin for minor bruises, muscle soreness, and localized discomfort, though clinical evidence for its effectiveness varies.
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Alpha-tocopherol is a form of vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant derived from natural or synthetic sources. In medicines, it prevents oils and fats from breaking down and becoming rancid, protecting the product's stability and shelf life.
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Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honeybees. In medicines, it works as a coating agent and thickener to control how fast the drug dissolves and improve the product's texture and appearance.
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Coconut oil is a natural fat extracted from coconut fruit. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, emollient, or carrier to help dissolve or deliver active ingredients smoothly through the formulation.
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Dimethicone is a silicone-based oil that acts as an anti-foaming agent and lubricant in medicines. It reduces gas bubbles in liquid formulations and helps coat and protect the stomach lining when ingested.
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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 plant oil extracted from grape seeds, used as an emollient and solvent in medicines. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improve the texture and absorption of topical or liquid formulations.
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A plant oil derived from sea buckthorn berries used as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient in topical formulations to help soften and protect the skin.
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A plant-derived thickening agent made from cellulose. It increases viscosity and helps form a gel or paste consistency in medications, and may serve as a binder or coating material in various formulations.
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A fragrant oil extracted from lavender plants, used as a flavoring and scent agent in medicines to improve taste and aroma.
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Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, a water-soluble nutrient. In medicines, it may be added as a nutritional supplement or to support skin health, though its primary role here is as an active ingredient rather than a traditional inactive filler.
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Phytonadione is a form of vitamin K, a naturally occurring compound. It's used in medicines as an active pharmaceutical ingredient to support blood clotting, though it may also serve as a colorant or stabilizer in some formulations.
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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.
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Trehalose is a natural sugar made from two glucose molecules linked together. It's used in medicines as a filler to add bulk, a sweetener for taste, and a stabilizer to help keep active ingredients effective during storage.
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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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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| 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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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Dr. Luke Arnica Bruise Cream 5 g/100gthis 87147-0004-01 | DANOUS | 114 g | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| KOXUO Arnica Bruise Cream 5 g/100g 87408-0016-01 | Guangzhou | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 87147-0004-01 You're viewing this | 114 g in 1 JAR (87147-004-01) | 2025-10-13 | Inactivated by FDA |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Reduces symptoms of bruising such as: Pain, Swelling, Discoloration
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Apply to affected area not more than 3–4 times daily.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
For external use only.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Arnica Montana 1x HPUS
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Water, Glycerin, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Grape Seed Oil,Dimethicone, Beeswax, Acrylates Crosspolymer-6, Niacinamide, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Trehalose, Propylene Glycol, Phytonadione (Vitamin K1), Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polyacrylamide, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Lavender Oil, Rosemary Leaf Oil, Boswellia Carterii (Frankincense) Oil, Panax Notoginseng Root Extract, Liposomal Curcumin, Laureth-7, 1,2-Hexanediol, pH Adjusters, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 60.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Reduces pain, swelling, and discoloration from bruises