Metronidazole Cream
NDC Package 66993-960-45

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

Package Information

Metronidazole cream is metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. This formulation utilizes a cream delivery system. Marketed by Prasco Laboratories, this product is identified by NDC 66993-960 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020531.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
66993-960-45
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 45 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
66993-960
11-Digit Billing Format
66993096045
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
Metronidazole
Non-Proprietary Name
Metronidazole
Substance Name
Metronidazole
Dosage Form
Cream - An emulsion, semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing > 20% water and volatiles5 and/or < 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)
METRONIDAZOLE 7.5 mg/g
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Prasco Laboratories
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA020531
Marketing Category
NDA AUTHORIZED GENERIC - A product marketed as a "generic" drug under an approved New Drug Application (NDA), rather than an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA),.
Start Marketing Date
06-18-2009
End Marketing Date
05-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 66993-960-45 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 45 g in 1 tube of Metronidazole, a human prescription drug labeled by Prasco Laboratories. This cream is formulated for topical use and contains metronidazole 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 Prasco Laboratories on June 18, 2009.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori).

How is this Prasco Laboratories product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 66993096045. 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 (5-3-2)
66993-960-45
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
66993-0960-45

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