Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Hydrocortisone Solution
NDC Package 68071-2735-1

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

Package Information

Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Hydrocortisone (neomycin sulfate, polymyxin b sulfate and hydrocortisone) solution is iNDICATIONS AND USAGE: For the treatment of superficial bacterial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antibiotics. This formulation utilizes a solution delivery system. Marketed by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc., this product is identified by NDC 68071-2735 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA062423.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68071-2735-1
Package Description
10 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
68071-2735
11-Digit Billing Format
68071273501
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 204423 - neomycin sulfate 0.35 % / polymyxin B sulfate 10,000 UNT/ML / hydrocortisone 1 % Otic Solution
  • RxCUI: 204423 - hydrocortisone 10 MG/ML / neomycin 3.5 MG/ML / polymyxin B 10000 UNT/ML Otic Solution
  • RxCUI: 204423 - hydrocortisone 1 % / neomycin (as neomycin sulfate) 0.35 % / polymyxin B (as polymyxin B sulfate) 10,000 UNT/ML Otic Solution
  • RxCUI: 204423 - hydrocortisone 10 MG / neomycin 3.5 MG / polymyxin B 10,000 UNT per ML Otic Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Hydrocortisone
Non-Proprietary Name
Neomycin Sulfate, Polymyxin B Sulfate And Hydrocortisone
Substance Name
Hydrocortisone; Neomycin Sulfate; Polymyxin B Sulfate
Dosage Form
Solution - A clear, homogeneous liquid1 dosage form that contains one or more chemical substances dissolved in a solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents.
Administration Route
Auricular (otic) - Administration to or by way of the ear.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
INDICATIONS AND USAGE: For the treatment of superficial bacterial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antibiotics.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA062423
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-18-2003
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 68071-2735-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 ml in 1 bottle of Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Hydrocortisone, a human prescription drug labeled by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.. This solution is formulated for auricular (otic) use and contains hydrocortisone; neomycin sulfate; 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 Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc. on March 18, 2003. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68071273501. 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)
68071-2735-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68071-2735-01

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