Clobetasol Propionate
NDC Package 50436-9985-1

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Clobetasol Propionate is a medication used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Marketed by Unit Dose Services, this product is identified by NDC 50436-9985 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA074392.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
50436-9985-1
Package Description
45 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
50436-9985
11-Digit Billing Format
50436998501
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
45 GM
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Clobetasol Propionate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Unit Dose Services
FDA Application #
ANDA074392
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
09-30-1996
Listing Expiration
12-31-2020
Exclude Flag
I
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 50436-9985-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 45 g in 1 tube of Clobetasol Propionate, labeled by Unit Dose Services. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 45 billable units per package. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Unit Dose Services on September 30, 1996. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2020.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

How is this Unit Dose Services product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 50436998501. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 45 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 (5-4-1)
50436-9985-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
50436-9985-01

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