Salicylic Acid Liquid
NDC Package 49035-018-09

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

Package Information

Salicylic Acid (liquid corn and callus remover) liquids is a medication used on the skin to treat common skin and foot (plantar) warts. This formulation utilizes a liquid delivery system. Marketed by Wal-mart Stores, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 49035-018 and is authorized under FDA application M030.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
49035-018-09
Package Description
9 g in 1 BOTTLE, WITH APPLICATOR
Product Code
49035-018
11-Digit Billing Format
49035001809
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Salicylic Acid
Non-Proprietary Name
Liquid Corn And Callus Remover
Substance Name
Salicylic Acid
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)
SALICYLIC ACID .17 g/g
Usage Information
This medication is used on the skin to treat common skin and foot (plantar) warts. Salicylic acid helps cause the wart to gradually peel off. This medication is also used to help remove corns and calluses. This product should not be used on the face or on moles, birthmarks, warts with hair growing from them, or genital/anal warts. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic. It belongs to the same class of drugs as aspirin (salicylates). It works by increasing the amount of moisture in the skin and dissolving the substance that causes the skin cells to stick together. This makes it easier to shed the skin cells. Warts are caused by a virus. Salicylic acid does not affect the virus.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Wal-mart Stores, Inc.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M030
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
03-04-2014
End Marketing Date
06-30-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 49035-018-09 identifies a specific commercial package of 9 g in 1 bottle, with applicator of Salicylic Acid, a human over the counter drug labeled by Wal-mart Stores, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package. This liquid is formulated for topical use and contains salicylic acid 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 Wal-mart Stores, Inc. on March 04, 2014.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used on the skin to treat common skin and foot (plantar) warts. Salicylic acid helps cause the wart to gradually peel off. This medication is also used to help remove corns and calluses. This product should not be used on the face or on moles, birthmarks, warts with hair growing from them, or genital/anal warts. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic. It belongs to the same class of drugs as aspirin (salicylates). It works by increasing the amount of moisture in the skin and dissolving the substance that causes the skin cells to stick together. This makes it easier to shed the skin cells. Warts are caused by a virus. Salicylic acid does not affect the virus.

How is this Wal-mart Stores, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 49035001809. 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)
49035-018-09
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
49035-0018-09

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