Red Cross Toothache Liquid
NDC Package 10742-0009-1

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

Package Information

Red Cross Toothache (eugenol) liquids is •rinse tooth with water to remove any food particles from the cavity•using tweezers, immerse cotton pellet in medication•to prevent dripping, squeeze gently between fingers to remove excess liquid•place pellet in tooth cavity for one minutewithout touching surrounding tissues, then remove •supervise children using this productadults and children 12 years and over: use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctorchildren under 12 years: ask a dentist or doctor. This formulation utilizes a liquid delivery system. Marketed by The Mentholatum Company, this product is identified by NDC 10742-0009 and is authorized under FDA application M022.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
10742-0009-1
Package Description
1 BOTTLE in 1 BLISTER PACK / 3.7 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
10742-0009
11-Digit Billing Format
10742000901

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Red Cross Toothache
Non-Proprietary Name
Eugenol
Substance Name
Eugenol
Dosage Form
Liquid - A dosage form consisting of a pure chemical in its liquid1 state. This dosage form term should not be applied to solutions.
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)
EUGENOL 850 mg/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
•rinse tooth with water to remove any food particles from the cavity•using tweezers, immerse cotton pellet in medication•to prevent dripping, squeeze gently between fingers to remove excess liquid•place pellet in tooth cavity for one minutewithout touching surrounding tissues, then remove •supervise children using this productadults and children 12 years and over: use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctorchildren under 12 years: ask a dentist or doctor

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
The Mentholatum Company
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M022
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
06-21-1983
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 10742-0009-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle in 1 blister pack / 3.7 ml in 1 bottle of Red Cross Toothache, a human over the counter drug labeled by The Mentholatum Company. This liquid is formulated for topical use and contains eugenol 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 The Mentholatum Company on June 21, 1983. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this The Mentholatum Company product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 10742000901. 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)
10742-0009-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
10742-0009-01

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