Antibiotic Ointment
NDC Package 51316-044-01

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

Package Information

Antibiotic (bacitracin zinc, polymyxin b sulfate) ointment is clean affected areaapply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times dailymay be covered with a sterile bandage. This formulation utilizes a ointment delivery system. Marketed by Cvs Pharmacy, Inc, this product is identified by NDC 51316-044 and is authorized under FDA application M004.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51316-044-01
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 28 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
51316-044
11-Digit Billing Format
51316004401
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 308512 - bacitracin 500 UNT / polymyxin B 10,000 UNT per GM Topical Ointment
  • RxCUI: 308512 - bacitracin 0.5 UNT/MG / polymyxin B 10 UNT/MG Topical Ointment

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Antibiotic
Non-Proprietary Name
Bacitracin Zinc, Polymyxin B Sulfate
Substance Name
Bacitracin Zinc; Polymyxin B Sulfate
Dosage Form
Ointment - A semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing <20% water and volatiles5 and >50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as the vehicle. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
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
Clean affected areaapply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times dailymay be covered with a sterile bandage

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cvs Pharmacy, Inc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M004
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
02-25-2022
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 51316-044-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 28 g in 1 tube of Antibiotic, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cvs Pharmacy, Inc. This ointment is formulated for topical use and contains bacitracin zinc; polymyxin b sulfate 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 Cvs Pharmacy, Inc on February 25, 2022. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Cvs Pharmacy, Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51316004401. 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)
51316-044-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51316-0044-01

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