Dr. Luke DMSO Cream 1 g/100g Cream, 114 g
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🩺 Clinical
This is an over-the-counter topical cream containing arnica montana, an herbal extract commonly used in topical products for minor muscle aches and bruises. The cream is marketed under the FDA's OTC monograph system, which establishes standards for certain well-established ingredient categories rather than requiring individual product approval. Arnica is typically applied to the skin as a folk remedy to help ease discomfort from minor injuries and soreness, though the extent of its effectiveness remains a subject of ongoing discussion.
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Arginine is an amino acid used in medicines as a buffer and pH adjuster. It helps maintain the proper acidity level and stability of liquid formulations.
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Curcumin is a yellow pigment derived from turmeric root. It serves as a colorant in medications to give tablets or capsules their yellow or golden appearance.
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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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Dimethyl sulfoxide is a clear liquid solvent derived from wood pulp. In medicines, it helps dissolve or carry active ingredients and improve how the body absorbs the drug.
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Frankincense is a natural resin from the Boswellia tree. It's used in medicines as a binder or thickener to help hold ingredients together and improve the product's consistency and texture.
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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 natural emulsifier derived from soybean oil. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together, ensuring even distribution of active ingredients throughout the medicine.
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Jojoba oil is a natural liquid wax extracted from jojoba plant seeds. It's used in medicines as an emollient and lubricant to soften and smooth the product, and sometimes as a carrier or penetration enhancer.
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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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Stearic acid is a fatty acid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as a binder and lubricant in tablets and capsules, helping them hold together and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
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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.
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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 DMSO Cream 1 g/100gthis 87147-0006-01 | DANOUS | 114 g | — | — | Discontinued | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 87147-0006-01 You're viewing this | 114 g in 1 JAR (87147-006-01) | 2018-10-13 | Inactivated by FDA |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Temporarily relieve discomfort caused by mild muscle and joint pain
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Apply a small amount of the product to the affected area 2-3 times daily.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
For external use only.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Arnica Montana Extract 1X HPUS 5% Zingiber officinale 3XHPUS 3%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Water Glycerol Dimethyl Sulfoxide Dimethyl Sulfone Magnesium Chloride Stearic Acid Jojoba Oil Arginine Curcumin Frankincense Extract Hydrogenated Lecithin Vitamin E Xanthan Gum
🎯 Purpose ▾
Topical Analgesic