Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Dexamethasone Ointment
NDC Package 68071-5281-3

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    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Dexamethasone ointment is for steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions for which a corticosteroid is indicated and where bacterial infection or a risk of bacterial ocular infection exists.Ocular steroids are indicated in inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea, and anterior segment of the globe where the inherent risk of steroid use in certain infective conjunctivitides is accepted to obtain a diminution in edema and inflammation. This formulation utilizes a ointment delivery system. Marketed by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc., this product is identified by NDC 68071-5281 and is authorized under FDA application NDA050065.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68071-5281-3
Package Description
3.5 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
68071-5281
11-Digit Billing Format
68071528103
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 309679 - dexAMETHasone 1 MG / neomycin sulfate 3.5 MG / polymyxin B sulfate 10,000 UNT per GM Ophthalmic Ointment
  • RxCUI: 309679 - dexamethasone 0.001 MG/MG / neomycin 0.0035 MG/MG / polymyxin B 10 UNT/MG Ophthalmic Ointment
  • RxCUI: 309679 - dexamethasone 0.1 % / neomycin (as neomycin sulfate) 0.35 % / polymyxin B (as polymyxin B sulfate) 10 UNT/MG Ophthalmic Ointment

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Dexamethasone
Non-Proprietary Name
Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Dexamethasone
Substance Name
Dexamethasone; Neomycin Sulfate; 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
Ophthalmic - Administration to the external eye.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
For steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions for which a corticosteroid is indicated and where bacterial infection or a risk of bacterial ocular infection exists.Ocular steroids are indicated in inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea, and anterior segment of the globe where the inherent risk of steroid use in certain infective conjunctivitides is accepted to obtain a diminution in edema and inflammation. They are also indicated in chronic anterior uveitis and corneal injury from chemical, radiation or thermal burns; or penetration of foreign bodies. The use of a combination drug with an anti-infective component is indicated where the risk of infection is high or where there is an expectation that potentially dangerous numbers of bacteria will be present in the eye.The particular anti-infective drug in this product is active against the following common bacterial eye pathogens: Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella/Enterobacter species, Neisseria species, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.This product does not provide adequate coverage against: Serratia marcescens and Streptococci, including Streptococcus pneumoniae.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA050065
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
02-21-1996
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 68071-5281-3 identifies a specific commercial package of 3.5 g in 1 tube of Neomycin And Polymyxin B Sulfates And Dexamethasone, a human prescription drug labeled by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.. This ointment is formulated for ophthalmic use and contains dexamethasone; 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 February 21, 1996. 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: 68071528103. 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)
68071-5281-3
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68071-5281-03

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