Mentholatum Lotion
NDC Package 72988-0031-1

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Mentholatum (methyl salicylate, dl-menthol) lotions is ■ Adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times daily ■ children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor. This formulation utilizes a lotion delivery system. Marketed by Lydia Co., Ltd., this product is identified by NDC 72988-0031.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
72988-0031-1
Package Description
75 g in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
72988-0031
11-Digit Billing Format
72988003101
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 282812 - menthol 6 % / methyl salicylate 20 % Topical Lotion
  • RxCUI: 282812 - menthol 60 MG/ML / methyl salicylate 200 MG/ML Topical Lotion

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Mentholatum
Non-Proprietary Name
Methyl Salicylate, Dl-menthol
Substance Name
Menthol; Methyl Salicylate
Dosage Form
Lotion - An emulsion, liquid1 dosage form. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin.2
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 2 years of age and older: apply to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times daily ■ children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Lydia Co., Ltd.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
09-30-2022
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

The NDC Directory contains ONLY information on final marketed drugs submitted to FDA electronically by labelers. A labeler might be a manufacturer, re-packager or re-labeler. The product information included in the NDC directory does not indicate that FDA has verified the information provided by the product labeler. Assigned NDC numbers are not in any way an indication of FDA approval of the product.

* Please review the full disclaimer at the bottom of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 72988-0031-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 75 g in 1 bottle of Mentholatum, a human over the counter drug labeled by Lydia Co., Ltd.. This lotion is formulated for topical use and contains 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 Lydia Co., Ltd. on September 30, 2022. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Lydia Co., Ltd. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 72988003101. 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 (5-4-1)
72988-0031-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
72988-0031-01

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