Crest Tartar Protection Gel, Dentifrice
NDC Package 37000-009-24

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

Package Information

Crest Tartar Protection (sodium fluoride) gel is adults and children 2 yrs. This formulation utilizes a gel, dentifrice delivery system. Marketed by The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company, this product is identified by NDC 37000-009 and is authorized under FDA application M021.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
37000-009-24
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 68 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
37000-009
11-Digit Billing Format
37000000924
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 891775 - sodium fluoride 0.243 % Toothpaste
  • RxCUI: 891775 - sodium fluoride 0.00243 MG/MG Toothpaste
  • RxCUI: 891775 - sodium fluoride 0.243 % (fluoride ion 0.13 % ) Toothpaste
  • RxCUI: 891775 - sodium fluoride 0.243 % (fluoride ion 0.14 % ) Toothpaste
  • RxCUI: 891775 - sodium fluoride 0.243 % (fluoride ion 0.15 % ) Toothpaste

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Crest Tartar Protection Fresh Mint Gel
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Fluoride
Substance Name
Sodium Fluoride
Dosage Form
Gel, Dentifrice - A combination of a dentifrice (formulation intended to clean and/or polish the teeth, and which may contain certain additional agents), and a gel. It is used with a toothbrush for the purpose of cleaning and polishing the teeth.
Administration Route
Dental - Administration to a tooth or teeth.
Active Ingredient(s)
SODIUM FLUORIDE 1.5 mg/g
Usage Information
Adults and children 2 yrs. & older: brush teeth thoroughly after meals or at least twice a day or use as directed by a dentist do not swallowto minimize swallowing use a pea-sized amount in children under 6supervise children's brushing until good habits are establishedchildren under 2 yrs.: ask a dentist

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M021
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
06-16-1995
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 (37000-009). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

37000-009-06
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 181 g in 1 TUBE
37000-009-57
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 161 g in 1 TUBE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 37000-009-24 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 68 g in 1 tube of Crest Tartar Protection Fresh Mint Gel, a human over the counter drug labeled by The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company. This gel, dentifrice is formulated for dental use and contains sodium fluoride 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 Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company on June 16, 1995. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 37000000924. 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)
37000-009-24
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
37000-0009-24

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