Benzaclin
NDC Package 54868-6062-0

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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.

Benzaclin is this combination medication is used to treat a certain type of acne (inflammatory acne vulgaris). Marketed by Physicians Total Care, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54868-6062 and is authorized under FDA application NDA050756.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54868-6062-0
Package Description
1 JAR in 1 CARTON / 6 g in 1 JAR
Product Code
54868-6062
11-Digit Billing Format
54868606200
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 284544 - BenzaClin 1 % / 5 % Topical Gel
  • RxCUI: 284544 - benzoyl peroxide 0.05 MG/MG / clindamycin 0.01 MG/MG Topical Gel [Benzaclin]
  • RxCUI: 284544 - Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide 5 % / clindamycin 1 % (as clindamycin phosphate 1.2 % ) ) Topical Gel
  • RxCUI: 284544 - Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide 5 % / clindamycin 1 % ) Topical Gel
  • RxCUI: 358917 - clindamycin phosphate 1 % / benzoyl peroxide 5 % Topical Gel

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Benzaclin
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This combination medication is used to treat a certain type of acne (inflammatory acne vulgaris). It helps to decrease the number of acne pimples. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of acne-causing bacteria. Benzoyl peroxide can also stop the growth of bacteria as well as reduce oil production in the skin, helping keep your pores open.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
FDA Application #
NDA050756
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-27-2009
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
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 54868-6062-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 jar in 1 carton / 6 g in 1 jar of Benzaclin, labeled by Physicians Total Care, Inc.. 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 Physicians Total Care, Inc. on August 27, 2009. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This combination medication is used to treat a certain type of acne (inflammatory acne vulgaris). It helps to decrease the number of acne pimples. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of acne-causing bacteria. Benzoyl peroxide can also stop the growth of bacteria as well as reduce oil production in the skin, helping keep your pores open.

How is this Physicians Total Care, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54868606200. 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)
54868-6062-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54868-6062-00

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