Hurricaine Gel
NDC Package 0283-0293-53

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

Package Information

Hurricaine (benzocaine) gel is directions• do not exceed recommended dosage adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to the affected area. This formulation utilizes a gel delivery system. Marketed by Beutlich Pharmaceuticals, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 0283-0293 and is authorized under FDA application M022.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0283-0293-53
Package Description
60 CUP, UNIT-DOSE in 1 BOX / .5 g in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE (0283-0293-45)
Product Code
0283-0293
11-Digit Billing Format
00283029353
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hurricaine Topical Anesthetic Gel
Non-Proprietary Name
Benzocaine
Substance Name
Benzocaine
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
  • Dental - Administration to a tooth or teeth.
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Periodontal - Administration around a tooth.
  • Dental - Administration to a tooth or teeth.
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Periodontal - Administration around a tooth.
  • Dental - Administration to a tooth or teeth.
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Periodontal - Administration around a tooth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Directions• do not exceed recommended dosage adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to the affected area. Allow to remain in place at least 1 minute and then spit out. Use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor. children under 12 years of age: should be supervised in the use of the productchildren under 2 years of age: do not use

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Beutlich Pharmaceuticals, Llc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M022
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
02-15-1993
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
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 (0283-0293). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

0283-0293-31
28.4 g in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
0283-0293-43
1 g in 1 PACKET
0283-0293-59
60 CUP, UNIT-DOSE in 1 BOX / .5 g in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE (0283-0293-45)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0283-0293-53 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 cup, unit-dose in 1 box / .5 g in 1 cup, unit-dose (0283-0293-45) of Hurricaine Topical Anesthetic Gel, a human over the counter drug labeled by Beutlich Pharmaceuticals, Llc. This gel is formulated for dental; oral; periodontal use and contains benzocaine 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 Beutlich Pharmaceuticals, Llc on February 15, 1993. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Beutlich Pharmaceuticals, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00283029353. 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 (4-4-2)
0283-0293-53
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00283-0293-53

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