Menthozen Cream
NDC Package 71205-153-72

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

Package Information

Menthozen (methyl salicylate, menthol, capsaicin) cream is adults and children two-years of age or older: Apply to affected area not more than three to four times daily. This formulation utilizes a cream delivery system. Marketed by Proficient Rx Lp, this product is identified by NDC 71205-153 and is authorized under FDA application M017.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
71205-153-72
Package Description
1 BOTTLE in 1 BOX / 120 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
71205-153
11-Digit Billing Format
71205015372
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1099896 - methyl salicylate 20 % / menthol 5 % / capsaicin 0.0375 % Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 1099896 - capsaicin 0.375 MG/ML / menthol 50 MG/ML / methyl salicylate 200 MG/ML Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 1099896 - capsaicin 0.0375 % / menthol 5 % / methyl salicylate 20 % Topical Cream

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Menthozen
Non-Proprietary Name
Methyl Salicylate, Menthol, Capsaicin
Substance Name
Capsaicin; Menthol, Unspecified Form; Methyl Salicylate
Dosage Form
Cream - An emulsion, semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing > 20% water and volatiles5 and/or < 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
Adults and children two-years of age or older: Apply to affected area not more than three to four times daily. Children under two-years of age: consult a physician.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Proficient Rx Lp
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M017
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
10-01-2018
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 71205-153-72 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle in 1 box / 120 ml in 1 bottle of Menthozen, a human over the counter drug labeled by Proficient Rx Lp. This cream is formulated for topical use and contains capsaicin; menthol, unspecified form; 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 Proficient Rx Lp on October 01, 2018. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Proficient Rx Lp product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 71205015372. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
71205-153-72
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
71205-0153-72

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