Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide Gel
NDC Package 70710-1445-4

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

Package Information

Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide gel is 1.2%/5% is indicated for the topical treatment of inflammatory acne vulgaris in patients 12 years and older. This formulation utilizes a gel delivery system. Marketed by Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc., this product is identified by NDC 70710-1445 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA210794.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70710-1445-4
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 45 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
70710-1445
11-Digit Billing Format
70710144504
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
45 GM
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1540241 - clindamycin phosphate 1.2 % / benzoyl peroxide 5 % Topical Gel
  • RxCUI: 1540241 - benzoyl peroxide 0.05 MG/MG / clindamycin phosphate 0.012 MG/MG Topical Gel
  • RxCUI: 1540241 - benzoyl peroxide 5 % / clindamycin phosphate 1.2 % Topical Gel

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide
Non-Proprietary Name
Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide
Substance Name
Benzoyl Peroxide; Clindamycin Phosphate
Dosage Form
Gel - A semisolid3 dosage form that contains a gelling agent to provide stiffness to a solution or a colloidal dispersion.4 A gel may contain suspended particles.
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)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel, 1.2%/5% is indicated for the topical treatment of inflammatory acne vulgaris in patients 12 years and older.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA210794
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-07-2019
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 70710-1445-4 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 45 g in 1 tube of Clindamycin Phosphate And Benzoyl Peroxide, a human prescription drug labeled by Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc.. This gel is formulated for topical use and contains benzoyl peroxide; clindamycin phosphate 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 Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc. on March 07, 2019. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70710144504. 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 (5-4-1)
70710-1445-4
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70710-1445-04

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