Methyl Salicylate Cream
NDC Package 79643-009-01

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

Package Information

Methyl Salicylate cream is use only as directedAdults and children 12 years of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times dailychildren under 12 years of age: consult a physician. This formulation utilizes a cream delivery system. Marketed by Pharmacure Llc, this product is identified by NDC 79643-009 and is authorized under FDA application M017.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
79643-009-01
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 BOX / 100 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
79643-009
11-Digit Billing Format
79643000901
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Methyl Salicylate
Non-Proprietary Name
Methyl Salicylate
Substance Name
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)
METHYL SALICYLATE 100 mg/g
Usage Information
Use only as directedAdults and children 12 years of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times dailychildren under 12 years of age: consult a physician

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Pharmacure Llc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M017
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
02-01-2025
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 79643-009-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 box / 100 g in 1 tube of Methyl Salicylate, a human over the counter drug labeled by Pharmacure Llc. This cream is formulated for topical use and contains 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 Pharmacure Llc on February 01, 2025. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Pharmacure Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 79643000901. 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)
79643-009-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
79643-0009-01

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