Hempe Hot Muscle And Joint Gel
NDC Package 87916-002-15

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Hempe Hot Muscle And Joint Gel (hempe) gel is temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles, joints, associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, sprains. This formulation utilizes a gel delivery system. Marketed by Healthcare International Research Limited, this product is identified by NDC 87916-002 and is authorized under FDA application M017.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
87916-002-15
Package Description
150 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DISPENSING
Product Code
87916-002
11-Digit Billing Format
87916000215

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hempe Hot Muscle And Joint Gel
Non-Proprietary Name
Hempe
Substance Name
Menthol, Unspecified Form
Dosage Form
Gel - A semisolid3 dosage form that contains a gelling agent to provide stiffness to a solution or a colloidal dispersion.4 A gel may contain suspended particles.
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)
MENTHOL, UNSPECIFIED FORM 2.5 mg/100mL
Usage Information
Temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles, joints, associated with simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, sprains

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Healthcare International Research Limited
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M017
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
08-01-2026
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (87916-002). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

87916-002-50
50 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DISPENSING

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 87916-002-15 identifies a specific commercial package of 150 ml in 1 bottle, dispensing of Hempe Hot Muscle And Joint Gel, a human over the counter drug labeled by Healthcare International Research Limited. This gel is formulated for topical use and contains menthol, unspecified form 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 Healthcare International Research Limited on August 01, 2026. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Healthcare International Research Limited product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 87916000215. 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)
87916-002-15
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
87916-0002-15

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