Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Hydrocortisone Solution/ Drops
NDC Package 68071-4174-1

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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, hydrocortisone) solution/ dropses is 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/ drops delivery system. Marketed by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc., this product is identified by NDC 68071-4174 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA064053.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68071-4174-1
Package Description
10 mL in 1 BOX
Product Code
68071-4174
11-Digit Billing Format
68071417401
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, Hydrocortisone
Substance Name
Hydrocortisone; Neomycin Sulfate; Polymyxin B Sulfate
Dosage Form
Solution/ Drops - A solution which is usually administered in a drop-wise fashion.
Administration Route
Auricular (otic) - Administration to or by way of the ear.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
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 #
ANDA064053
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-29-1995
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 68071-4174-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 ml in 1 box of Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Hydrocortisone, a human prescription drug labeled by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.. This solution/ drops 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 December 29, 1995. 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: 68071417401. 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)
68071-4174-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68071-4174-01

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