Muscular Balm Ointment
NDC Package 43405-007-01

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Muscular Balm (capsaicin menthol methyl salicylate) ointment is a medication used as External Analgesic. This formulation utilizes a ointment delivery system. Marketed by Borden Company (private) Limited, this product is identified by NDC 43405-007 and is authorized under FDA application M017.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
43405-007-01
Package Description
1 JAR in 1 BOX / 20 g in 1 JAR (43405-007-20)
Product Code
43405-007
11-Digit Billing Format
43405000701
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1045385 - capsaicin 0.15 % / menthol 13.5 % / methyl salicylate 30 % Topical Ointment
  • RxCUI: 1045385 - capsaicin 0.0015 MG/MG / menthol 0.135 MG/MG / methyl salicylate 0.3 MG/MG Topical Ointment

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Muscular Balm
Non-Proprietary Name
Capsaicin Menthol Methyl Salicylate
Substance Name
Capsaicin; Menthol; Methyl Salicylate
Dosage Form
Ointment - A semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing <20% water and volatiles5 and >50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as the vehicle. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
Administration Route
Topical - Administration to a particular spot on the outer surface of the body. The E2B term TRANSMAMMARY is a subset of the term TOPICAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
Usage Information
This product is used as External Analgesic. For the temporary relief of minor pains and aches of muscles and joints  associated with:simple backachearthritisstrainsbruisessprains

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Borden Company (private) Limited
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M017
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
05-14-2010
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 43405-007-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 jar in 1 box / 20 g in 1 jar (43405-007-20) of Muscular Balm, a human over the counter drug labeled by Borden Company (private) Limited. This ointment is formulated for topical use and contains capsaicin; menthol; methyl salicylate as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Borden Company (private) Limited on May 14, 2010. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Borden Company (private) Limited product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 43405000701. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (5-3-2)
43405-007-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
43405-0007-01

Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.