Dental Relief Liquid
NDC Package 42961-810-03

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

Package Information

Dental Relief (benzocaine) liquids is adults and children 2 years and older: dry affected area and apply medication undiluted; Use up to 4 times daily, but not more than every two hours, or as directed by a dentist or doctor Consult a dentist or doctor for use on children under 2 years of age Children under 12 years of should be supervised in the use of this product. This formulation utilizes a liquid delivery system. Marketed by Cintas Corporation, this product is identified by NDC 42961-810 and is authorized under FDA application M022.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
42961-810-03
Package Description
10 PACKET in 1 BAG / .5 g in 1 PACKET (42961-810-02)
Product Code
42961-810
11-Digit Billing Format
42961081003
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 308657 - benzocaine 20 % Mucous Membrane Topical Solution
  • RxCUI: 308657 - benzocaine 200 MG/ML Mucous Membrane Topical Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Dental Relief
Non-Proprietary Name
Benzocaine
Substance Name
Benzocaine
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)
BENZOCAINE 200 mg/g
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Adults and children 2 years and older: dry affected area and apply medication undiluted; Use up to 4 times daily, but not more than every two hours, or as directed by a dentist or doctor Consult a dentist or doctor for use on children under 2 years of age Children under 12 years of should be supervised in the use of this product

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cintas Corporation
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M022
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
04-08-2021
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 42961-810-03 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 packet in 1 bag / .5 g in 1 packet (42961-810-02) of Dental Relief, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cintas Corporation. This liquid is formulated for topical 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 Cintas Corporation on April 08, 2021. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Cintas Corporation product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 42961081003. 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)
42961-810-03
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
42961-0810-03

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