Sumaxin Cloth
NDC Package 43538-100-60

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

Package Information

Sumaxin (sulfacetamide sodium and sulfur) cloths is sumaxin® (sodium sulfacetamide 10% & sulfur 4%) Cleansing Pads are indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis. This formulation utilizes a cloth delivery system. Marketed by Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 43538-100.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
43538-100-60
Package Description
60 PACKET in 1 CARTON / 3.7 g in 1 PACKET
Product Code
43538-100
11-Digit Billing Format
43538010060
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1000946 - sulfacetamide sodium 10 % / sulfur 4 % Medicated Pad
  • RxCUI: 1000946 - sulfacetamide sodium 100 MG/ML / sulfur 40 MG/ML Medicated Pad
  • RxCUI: 1000946 - sulfacetamide sodium 10 % / sulfur 4 % Topical Swab
  • RxCUI: 1000976 - Sumaxin CP 10 % / 4 % Medicated Pad
  • RxCUI: 1000976 - sulfacetamide sodium 100 MG/ML / sulfur 40 MG/ML Medicated Pad [Sumaxin]

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Sumaxin Cleansing Pads
Non-Proprietary Name
Sulfacetamide Sodium And Sulfur
Substance Name
Sulfacetamide Sodium; Sulfur
Dosage Form
Cloth - A large piece of relatively flat, absorbent material that contains a drug. It is typically used for applying medication or for cleansing.
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)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Sumaxin® (sodium sulfacetamide 10% & sulfur 4%) Cleansing Pads are indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-2009
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 43538-100-60 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 packet in 1 carton / 3.7 g in 1 packet of Sumaxin Cleansing Pads, a human prescription drug labeled by Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package. This cloth is formulated for topical use and contains sulfacetamide sodium; sulfur 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 Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on January 01, 2009. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 43538010060. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 total billable units per package. 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)
43538-100-60
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
43538-0100-60

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